C8 Corvette vs Porsche Boxster GTS 4.0 - MID ENGINE BATTLE

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  • C8 vs Boxster Drag Race and review by The Straight Pipes. The C8 Corvette Convertible is pumping out 495hp and 470lb-ft tq from a 6.2L V8 The Porsche Boxster GTS 4.0 is pumping out 394hp and 317lb-ft tq from 4.0L flat six . With the C8 at $117,800 CAD, would you take it over the Boxster at $111,363 CAD?
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  • @TheStraightPipes
    @TheStraightPipes  2 ปีที่แล้ว +70

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    • @brandonclark6024
      @brandonclark6024 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      For all of us using the Metric system...
      Thank you for the KW... you're now the first/only one's to show this.

    • @brandanl7780
      @brandanl7780 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hearting your own comment @TheStraightPipes

    • @yuvan600
      @yuvan600 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @TheStraightPipes Guys I mean this you guys are at the top of the Journalist game. I Lovs Your reviews and can you pls try and get the Lotus Emira after it launches. Thank You Very Much. Who ever reads this God Bless You.

    • @anthonymitnaul3595
      @anthonymitnaul3595 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Fyi, yall were getting faster launch times each time due to less gas being in the tank each time....lol jk

    • @scottiecopasetic8315
      @scottiecopasetic8315 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      This is where you should include the vehicles weight. The Cayman 718 GT4 is about 2970lbs so I'm guessing the GTS boxter is maybe 3100lbs tops. I think the C8 z51 is around 3400lbs. I'm a sucker for lightweight cars & it's probably why the 718 GT4 (and now the Lotus Emira) are on my list of potential replacements for M2Comp. Unless I can find an M2 CS w/ a manual. Love your channel! I watch every video (even the soccer mom whips). That Genesis SUV you reviewed the other day was pretty amazing.

  • @SimonStrother
    @SimonStrother 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1109

    Proof that Porsche doesn't need to build bigger engines bc they're just insanely good.

    • @ericmichel3857
      @ericmichel3857 2 ปีที่แล้ว +86

      Or just that on really cold days a more powerful car will struggle more with traction. The Porsche is plenty quick, but for $95K it dam well better be so... It does lose to the corvette every time, but it cost more so there is that.

    • @theexmann
      @theexmann 2 ปีที่แล้ว +33

      But very expensive to maintain.

    • @pabasamdee163
      @pabasamdee163 2 ปีที่แล้ว +84

      @@theexmann it's not. I bought a Cayman last year and the first service is not for one year and is completely covered. The second is in 2 years and is around 800 bucks. It's not that bad.

    • @jackz4149
      @jackz4149 2 ปีที่แล้ว +74

      @@pabasamdee163 Porsche is so reliable, the only car that can race in GT series and Le Mans the same day without proper maintenance, perfect track car

    • @jaioncebollero1168
      @jaioncebollero1168 2 ปีที่แล้ว +37

      It’s the small details that count.
      Suspension, gearing, aero, highest quality engine components, etc. Porsche has no problem charging you whatever so they can afford to make sure everything is top tier even if their down on power compared to a specific car. Chevy can’t charge 100k( most likely more) for a base vette like Porsche can a base carrera. They’ve really set themselves up Nicely.

  • @Lightspeed-eo6nw
    @Lightspeed-eo6nw 2 ปีที่แล้ว +474

    You guys were keeping this one in your back pocket for a bit lol…there’s not even any leaves on the trees!

    • @TheStraightPipes
      @TheStraightPipes  2 ปีที่แล้ว +343

      It was actually 1 day last week that all the leaves fell off and it got cold then everything grew back the day after filming and got hot. Crazy

    • @ppppw2
      @ppppw2 2 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      2 days ago......................

    • @mitchaharden1
      @mitchaharden1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      @@ppppw2 was this a member only vid for a bit?

    • @alwaysenkeilover
      @alwaysenkeilover 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@mitchaharden1 Patreon

    • @mitchaharden1
      @mitchaharden1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@alwaysenkeilover got it

  • @jakelee5456
    @jakelee5456 2 ปีที่แล้ว +164

    To auto-lock the Corvette, it's done through the infotainment screen. Settings -> Vehicle -> Remote Lock, Unlock, and Start -> Passive Door Lock -> On.

    • @TheStraightPipes
      @TheStraightPipes  2 ปีที่แล้ว +28

      Next time we’ll try!

    • @mr.memeist2928
      @mr.memeist2928 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@TheStraightPipes yeah!

    • @jakelee5456
      @jakelee5456 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      @Princess Pedalizo Guevarra nope. Camaro. I don't fit very well in Corvettes (no headroom with helmet and hans), but I do sell them!

    • @noonenoesbutme
      @noonenoesbutme 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@TheStraightPipes Even my 2005 Corvette auto locks in this way. The only time I ever pull out the key is for my house key or the trunk.

    • @spencerlorrigan
      @spencerlorrigan 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@noonenoesbutme I have a 2006 and I was going to say the same thing 😂

  • @russ5943
    @russ5943 2 ปีที่แล้ว +196

    So the slowest mode available in the Corvette is Yuri mode. 🤣

    • @Nathan_King
      @Nathan_King 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Did you watch them drag race?

  • @frtorres87
    @frtorres87 2 ปีที่แล้ว +342

    I’m very impressed with that Porsche Boxster

    • @TheStraightPipes
      @TheStraightPipes  2 ปีที่แล้ว +31

      So are we!

    • @noladude5046
      @noladude5046 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      And you should be!

    • @roblambert2511
      @roblambert2511 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I have a 06 boxster s with turbo. You would not believe the difference.

    • @Sloimer
      @Sloimer 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Lol why

    • @clu4u
      @clu4u 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Sloimer +100 hp, that’s why, lol.

  • @_dmfd
    @_dmfd 2 ปีที่แล้ว +78

    It's crazy to think in 2 weeks it'll be 2 years since the C8 was released. Still feels new like it was 6 months ago lol. ig now the Mach E helms the most controversial sports car.

    • @iluvcakes19
      @iluvcakes19 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It didn't come out this time 2019, did it? I thought only end of the year, beginning of 2020.

    • @willwhite6110
      @willwhite6110 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      And people still cant walk into a dealer and get them. Covid/Plant shutdowns messed up everything.

    • @betonblack3621
      @betonblack3621 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      And you still can’t get one. I bet Chevy is pissed because they will sell like crazy.

    • @mavmrb3
      @mavmrb3 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Ford never should have called the Mach E a "Mustang". They should have gone with another name from the past... like Falcon, Cougar, Maverick, Comet, and even PINTO!

    • @_dmfd
      @_dmfd 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@iluvcakes19 it was press released and shown the first time in mid July 2019

  • @JohnSandovalesq
    @JohnSandovalesq 2 ปีที่แล้ว +343

    I’d choose the Porsche, I think the looks are more classic and I imagine the car will hold up better over time. Plus you can get one with a manual transmission.

    • @commenterperson4481
      @commenterperson4481 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      I share the same opinion.
      The only issue with the Porsche (or most Porches) is the price.
      In this case, I think this one is ~$40K above its value.

    • @weasle2904
      @weasle2904 2 ปีที่แล้ว +36

      I don't agree on hold up better in time lol. Porche's are reliable. For a German brand... Compare it to the average American and Japanese cars and they're still unreliable and expensive to maintain. Porshe's require up to $20,000 worth of maintenance in the first 10 years of ownership. An LT based Corvette would stand the test of time way better than the Porsche, ESPECIALLY the engine.
      The only people who say Porshe's are super reliable are people that have plenty of money and don't really care, and ones that don't actually own a Porsche lmao

    • @JohnSandovalesq
      @JohnSandovalesq 2 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      @@weasle2904 which is why you see way more late 80s to early 90s Corvettes in excellent condition? That was sarcasm by the way. Maintenance cost does not equal build quality. There’s a reason why air-cooled 911s have gone up so much in value in the last decade, it’s because the cars are built very well which makes them desirable.

    • @scoot5642
      @scoot5642 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      @@weasle2904 reliability doesn’t change base on maintenance cost. it’s how much issue it could have over time so yes, porsche are really reliable but expensive

    • @sutherlacd27
      @sutherlacd27 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      @@weasle2904 porsche is actually very reliable even compared to US and Japanese vehicles.
      Maintenance is only sort of expensive at the dealership...a quality indy shop is going to have similar Maintenance costs as a vette will.

  • @davidcarroll8735
    @davidcarroll8735 2 ปีที่แล้ว +377

    I’m a yellow corvette convertible guy in my heart, but a used white Chrysler 300 in my wallet.

    • @jamesday7344
      @jamesday7344 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      I drive a variety of vehicles in my mind... in my garage is a 12 year old GMC truck (well maintained)

    • @patrickmartin3322
      @patrickmartin3322 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      Same except my wallet says rusted out Nissan Murano

    • @joeljeffrey9139
      @joeljeffrey9139 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      @@jamesday7344 Same. Got my new Lotus Emira on order. It'll look nice next to my Huracan and 488 in my mind lol

    • @jesusmendoza7615
      @jesusmendoza7615 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Same here man I got a hemi and it’s plenty of fun but it could be better in the twisties

    • @noladude5046
      @noladude5046 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Sweet comment 😂

  • @Armen567
    @Armen567 2 ปีที่แล้ว +107

    Both awesome cars. I think I’d take the C8 just because it looks so wild and is an all around great performer. But a Boxster in a manual is probably the most pure driving experience.

    • @drmindbender6406
      @drmindbender6406 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      yes it is. Even if your Boxster is from 2001. No traction control. Pure.

    • @andrewbrown8631
      @andrewbrown8631 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      The c8 is not a drivers car in its current state they refined every edge out of it

    • @swansmeister
      @swansmeister หลายเดือนก่อน

      You must like plastic a lot huh.

  • @Mike.W.Dasher
    @Mike.W.Dasher 2 ปีที่แล้ว +59

    Honestly, as much as I've always loved Corvettes, the fact that you can get that 4L Boxster with a manual seals the deal. There will be plenty of time to drive cars where you don't have to do any manual shifting when everything is electric. The only thing better than an amazing sounding NA engine, is an amazing sounding NA engine bolted to an excellent manual gearbox. Gotta go Boxster GTS.

    • @paullivingthedream8878
      @paullivingthedream8878 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Plus in 5 years you will pretty much get most of your money back on the boxster. Not sure about the Vette??

    • @roger3958
      @roger3958 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Paul Comella hmmm used c8’s are selling for 30k over sticker. I think you’d be good.

    • @paullivingthedream8878
      @paullivingthedream8878 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@roger3958 yes, currently they are because they are new and because of production constraints due to covid. Was looking long term like 4-5 years out.

    • @brenanconroy4052
      @brenanconroy4052 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@paullivingthedream8878 I wouldn't worry too much for the Corvettes value. C7s right now, even back to 2014s, are still selling for near as makes no difference, $50k (like $48,500 is the cheapest one near me without 6 digit miles.

    • @hellothere9262
      @hellothere9262 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@brenanconroy4052 Well those are also the last front engine Corvette and also most likely the last manual Corvette so that has an influence too.

  • @truebras
    @truebras 2 ปีที่แล้ว +247

    Nobody knows how to put power on the ground like Porsche.

    • @raymonds7492
      @raymonds7492 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      True

    • @ailestriker9888
      @ailestriker9888 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I think tire smoke is an efficient use of horsepower

    • @pawrestlingchamp
      @pawrestlingchamp 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      You have clearly never been in a GTR.

    • @raymonds7492
      @raymonds7492 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      @@pawrestlingchamp I think the OP means as a brand. Also Porsche has rwd models that stick like glue also.

    • @sutherlacd27
      @sutherlacd27 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      @@pawrestlingchamp I have...911 turbo is a better car

  • @ACCELER8TV
    @ACCELER8TV 2 ปีที่แล้ว +45

    That camera tracking angle though on the launches 😍

  • @oopopp
    @oopopp 2 ปีที่แล้ว +39

    I like how it comes off as the C8 biggest fault in this vid is the bright yellow color... lol... you can change the color of the car...

    • @boblewis8838
      @boblewis8838 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Any color you want .... it's still a fricking Corvette.

  • @rmpph
    @rmpph 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Hated when MT cancelled Head 2 Head but with content like this I don't miss it anymore.

    • @2jsanc681
      @2jsanc681 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      I miss that show. It was well produced and these guys remind me of those hosts

    • @rmpph
      @rmpph 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@2jsanc681 unfortunately it seems like MT on Demand and going off TH-cam was the death of that show.

  • @tangooscar633
    @tangooscar633 2 ปีที่แล้ว +53

    The Corvette always catches me off guard on the streets

    • @2jsanc681
      @2jsanc681 2 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      Same here. The actually look great in person

    • @AutismFamilyChannel
      @AutismFamilyChannel 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yep

    • @raymonds7492
      @raymonds7492 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      The only gripe I have is the front bumper looks weirdly upturned if there isn’t a splitter and the rear looks bad with body colored vents.

  • @RDJ1SS
    @RDJ1SS 2 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    I left Motor trend for you guys years ago when they stopped doing TH-cam! Keep it up! But don't quit TH-cam for some trash in house website, please.

  • @Braintrainz
    @Braintrainz 2 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    That GTS Boxster is amazingly good ! I did a Porsche driving experience event at Pikes Peak Raceway in Colorado and that was one of the cars we drove on the track it was so excellent. I'm really impressed how far the Corvette has come, this is the base model convertible with options that in many ways is neck and neck with the Porsche which is excellent in it's own right.

  • @BoCObeats
    @BoCObeats 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    This was great seeing back to back races with different modes engaged, fine work

  • @hollywoodcheremonkey
    @hollywoodcheremonkey 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Fantastic video! When Straight Pipes does a special video, the feel and vibe is seamless. It’s always great stuff.

  • @Briguy1027
    @Briguy1027 2 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    I'm a Corvette person -- I love the look of the hard top convertible big time.

  • @chrispurdy2140
    @chrispurdy2140 2 ปีที่แล้ว +121

    After driving a Porsche on the track, I would go with the Boxster

    • @mranderson2278
      @mranderson2278 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      You must not have driven the Z51 C8. Definitely better on the track

    • @onetwocrazy1232
      @onetwocrazy1232 2 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      @@mranderson2278 have you driven either?

    • @onetwocrazy1232
      @onetwocrazy1232 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      And dont get me wrong Im a Corvette mega fan and I also love Porsche. I think the new c8 prolly does handle better but it also comes down to driver preference as well

    • @mranderson2278
      @mranderson2278 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      @@onetwocrazy1232 I own one . As well as a C7 Zo6 and a C4 grandsport .so yes Ive driven one lol.

    • @mranderson2278
      @mranderson2278 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      @@onetwocrazy1232 im not bashing the porche at all! I was actually impressed and surprised by this comparison

  • @markmartin7384
    @markmartin7384 2 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    21:17 "This thing's a real sleeper" A Porsche cant be a sleeper! A sleeper is a turbo Accent or swapped Yaris or something

    • @paullivingthedream8878
      @paullivingthedream8878 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Relative to the comparison. Doesn't look nearly as fast as the Vette.

  • @CPMUNSEY
    @CPMUNSEY 2 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    It’s amazing that an American auto maker is even in the same conversation as a Porsche product. So hats off to GM for how good the C8 actually is.👌🏽🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

    • @Justin_GFM
      @Justin_GFM 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      The Corvette has been in the same conversation since the C4 generation lol

  • @capybarasaresick
    @capybarasaresick 2 ปีที่แล้ว +45

    Love the exterior colour of the C8. Love the interior colour of the Boxster…

  • @mark36735
    @mark36735 2 ปีที่แล้ว +108

    Just wait for Lotus Emira !!!

    • @-_--le3zk
      @-_--le3zk 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@SaintMecha 80k for emira

    • @vomErsten
      @vomErsten 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@SaintMecha Emira undercuts the GTS 4.0.

    • @gobear83
      @gobear83 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Check out their launch video when the tester closes the door …it sounds like it’s full of nuts and bolts

    • @markoligaya560
      @markoligaya560 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@gobear83 and that was just a review unit, it can still be fixed till it launches

    • @rgregyt5424
      @rgregyt5424 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yes emira have the amg a45s engine

  • @WatchMeBURNFuel
    @WatchMeBURNFuel 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I absolutely love these drag strip videos comparing different cars. Keep it up guys! Love your channel

  • @bilgarner254
    @bilgarner254 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You guys are fun. Enjoyed this. I’m a boxster owner and fan, but love the new vette. Thanks guys

  • @Benkhuc
    @Benkhuc 2 ปีที่แล้ว +97

    Yuri: “let me switch cars so I know what winning a race feels like”
    Narrator: little did he know, he did not win the race.

  • @ScottSchapiro
    @ScottSchapiro 2 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    I have a 2.5L Boxster GTS in almost that exact same spec (mine is a manual). I really enjoyed this test of two fantastic vehicles. And yes, I wish I had a better sounding car...lol

    • @alejandrogutierrez127
      @alejandrogutierrez127 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It may not sound good but the performance is crazy I have a Cayman 718 Cayman S and I love it!

    • @ScottSchapiro
      @ScottSchapiro 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@alejandrogutierrez127 Totally agree, especially the way the car handles. Other than getting a 4.0 GTS, I don't see any options for an upgrade. Enjoy yours!!! 🏁

    • @jameswillard1
      @jameswillard1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@ScottSchapiro 4.0 is great but you actually might miss the low end torque of the 2.5L

    • @ScottSchapiro
      @ScottSchapiro 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@jameswillard1 That is exactly what I am concerned about. It doesn't help that there are no 4.0 manuals around me to test. Plus, even if I could, most dealers don't look kindly on winding out their brand new vehicle, even though that is the only way to feel the full effect.

    • @SlickSniper3
      @SlickSniper3 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You got a proper car, nice!

  • @chrismiller4441
    @chrismiller4441 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Been watching since 2018. You boys keep upping your game. Well done!

  • @Harry-Giles
    @Harry-Giles 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    One of your best episodes. And have enjoyed your channel. Thanks guys.

  • @anotheran
    @anotheran 2 ปีที่แล้ว +130

    “These are not super cars so we’re not doing the box test” lol

    • @Paff805
      @Paff805 2 ปีที่แล้ว +24

      I'd have to respectfully disagree. The C8 is right on the border. I've embarrassed exotic car owners stoplight to stoplight. The Z06 definitely won't be denied that mantle.

    • @UhOhUmm
      @UhOhUmm 2 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      @@Paff805 It's maybe comparable to supercars 10 years ago. Bar has moved up a lot.

    • @GRiiZZ
      @GRiiZZ 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@Paff805 it's on the border, not over the border yet. So the Standard C8 is a Sports Car, the Z06 and ZR1 might be counted as a Supercar

    • @Marcello2005
      @Marcello2005 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@GRiiZZ I think that the grand sport replacement the E Ray will be considered a super car. The Z06 and ZR1 will be supercars without question.

    • @booferz4391
      @booferz4391 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @@Paff805 c8 is no super car 😂

  • @Kokkigokul2001
    @Kokkigokul2001 2 ปีที่แล้ว +37

    Best comparison American muscle vs German precision

    • @orangejuice-xi3gt
      @orangejuice-xi3gt 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Let’s be real. The Corvette isn’t a muscle car anymore

    • @raymonds7492
      @raymonds7492 2 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      @@orangejuice-xi3gt it never was. They were always sports cars. The vette also predates the muscle car era.

    • @duneattack
      @duneattack 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@orangejuice-xi3gt The corvette never was a muscle car. It was never indented to be a muscle car. It has always been a sports car.

    • @DigitalSubset
      @DigitalSubset 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@orangejuice-xi3gt Never EVER was a muscle car

    • @DigitalSubset
      @DigitalSubset 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@fartsoundeffect5013 I was at work last night thinking about this comment talking to a coworker about cars and I said in my head, some guy will probably respond “other people already said that” It needed to be said again because it use to piss me off so bad that people think corvettes ever were muscle cars.

  • @TacSprint
    @TacSprint 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    You guys have done a good bit of C8 content and I'm here for it

  • @Itsyaboimatty14
    @Itsyaboimatty14 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That launch on that corvette just pullllllled

  • @krasnaludek298
    @krasnaludek298 2 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    That C8 sounds & looks great; really want the Z06 when it finally arrives.

    • @emrefifty5281
      @emrefifty5281 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      That’s gonna take a few years still

    • @phillyphil1513
      @phillyphil1513 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      im a beggar so i'll take ANY C8 at this point in History. no Randy Pobst, but i'm fortunate enough to have driven one at speed on a racetrack, and it is indeed as good as everyone says. ironically, what surprised me more than the performance of the car (handling not really a surprise since GM are the same ones who build the Alpha/G6 Camaro) was the INTERIOR. i went in expecting to be somewhat disappointed, only to find its 10x better than I thought (note, I've also driven Mercs, Ferraris, and Lambos so i have a genuine reference of comparison). it does indeed have a whole "fighter jet thing" going on. while this has been much talked about and can be SEEN in the pictures, this feeling doesn't really HIT HOME until you "physically" plant your ass in the driver's seat. until you do that...? then unfortunately you don't really know.

    • @sutherlacd27
      @sutherlacd27 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      New z06 will be interesting to see the performance of. Although I think that the price is going to be a lot higher than people think...I am thinking starting around $120k.

    • @DigitalSubset
      @DigitalSubset 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      They announced the zo6 today!!

    • @sutherlacd27
      @sutherlacd27 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@DigitalSubset sounded fantastic.

  • @Orangeman96
    @Orangeman96 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    love the soundtrack intro and that Boxter is fire!!!

  • @robnelsonbayvillage
    @robnelsonbayvillage 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    My '67 Stingray Coupe 427 tri-power was stolen. I got the insurance check from Liberty Mutual in 2 weeks. Bought my first Porsche. Never went back to the Bow Tie. Currently driving my 3rd Porsche, 144,000 miles and many track days. I loved your video.

    • @ronretired282
      @ronretired282 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      That is the way it should be done. Drive it until the wheels fall off. No garage queen for you. I plan to buy the C8 ZO6 convertible or the Lotus Emira. Whichever car ends up in my garage, rest assured it will be driven hard and often.

  • @kelvinbrown6101
    @kelvinbrown6101 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome drone shots and audio! Constantly improving!👏🏾

  • @drbobs8267
    @drbobs8267 2 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    I’d choose the GTS 4.0. Obviously they are both great cars but I personally don’t care for the looks of the C8. It’s a little bit too much boy racer similar to the last gen Civic R.

  • @chasetaylor4279
    @chasetaylor4279 2 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    Think about how long it’s taking the rest of the industry to catch up to the PDK…

  • @gergelymihaly199
    @gergelymihaly199 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Congrats for the differrent drag race approach! Nailed it to be unique!

  • @ehiracheta
    @ehiracheta 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very cool video! Nice testing format as well! I definitely like the videos with Yuri in them too!

  • @BigCheezz
    @BigCheezz 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    2021 Quote Of The Year Award: That sounds juicy!!! ~Jakub

  • @carsgunsandguitars
    @carsgunsandguitars 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thanks for making this. I've always argued that all the power in the world isn't always superior in real world driving conditions

  • @davidmayorga2015
    @davidmayorga2015 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love the edits in this video. Keep up with the good work

  • @hazwell6811
    @hazwell6811 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    1:51 amazing camera work, that was so freaking cool!

  • @mmacdza
    @mmacdza 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Hi Yuri and Jakub. I’ve had every series of Boxster since 2000 until the 718. I regularly carried golf clubs. You have to remove drivers and woods and lay them down in the rear trunk separately. If you have 2 bags then one set of drivers/woods goes in the Cabin with the passenger. That way 2 bags go in the boot. So if that’s an issue for anyone it definitely can be done. I’ve also tested this with the 718 although I switched to a 911 after the 718 went four-cylinder. Disclaimer: haven’t checked if the GT4.0 engine may reduce size of the rear trunk.

  • @MrRezQ
    @MrRezQ 2 ปีที่แล้ว +29

    TheStraightPipes proving once again that Canada lives on a separate earth with that climate O_o

    • @snakeeyes9246
      @snakeeyes9246 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      And I thought the weather here in southern New England was insanely variable.
      Edit: I literally just lost power because of the leftovers of Tropical Storm Elsa.

    • @yasinmusse5723
      @yasinmusse5723 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      They recorded in the early spring, it's not like this anymore

    • @VAspeed3
      @VAspeed3 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@snakeeyes9246 Elsa's eye went right over me yesterday. 5 inches of rain, but oddly, very little wind.

    • @snakeeyes9246
      @snakeeyes9246 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@VAspeed3 I didn't get much wind either. Just a ton of rain. But the power came back about 40 minutes ago, so I'm happy.

    • @iluvcakes19
      @iluvcakes19 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Every British car review is rain...

  • @markeywestskies6503
    @markeywestskies6503 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I'll take substance over style...so the Boxster. Also, I bet when the novelty wears off the Porsche will be the one with an anticipatory factor.

  • @barnhib
    @barnhib 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Just checked my local Porsche dealers inventory. They have 43 Macans, 31 Cayennes, 7 Taycans, 5 Panameras, 0 911s, 0 Caymans, 0 Boxsters. 74 SUVs, 12 cars, 0 sports cars.

  • @PatrickHenryLibertyorDeath
    @PatrickHenryLibertyorDeath 2 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Give me that GTS please. It may be the perfect sports car. With a manual please.

  • @11jdstein
    @11jdstein 2 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    The golf club claim for the Boxster is incorrect. If you dip the top of the bag into the left side towards the back as far as it can go - there's a little more room closest to the lights, you can angle in a bag.

  • @Malcom2345
    @Malcom2345 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    1: nope, porsche aint converting any of their 718 to twin turbos 🤣
    2: my stage 2 tuned 718s turbo is an 11.2sec car running 420 horses so going to run a beat down on both of these & sounds hardcore with straight pipes 😜
    3: love your Canadian $ guide FYI, corvette here in Aus is expected to be $ 150-170k (if it ever gets here 😂) gts is$200-220k on road.
    4: love how you guys are just big boys enjoying the toys, keep it up 👊🇦🇺

  • @jasoncarlson7867
    @jasoncarlson7867 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Corvette for sure. Would love a C8 but will have to settle for my C4 convertible for now.

    • @jooot_6850
      @jooot_6850 ปีที่แล้ว

      Haha, yeah… C8 would be nice but I’d be lucky to have an old C4 given my current savings 😭

  • @stephensircy4136
    @stephensircy4136 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Without even seeing the C8 0-60, you could tell it hauls. 2.8 is incredible

  • @FlipperInc
    @FlipperInc 2 ปีที่แล้ว +51

    corvette feels like a RGB gaming computer to the porsche being a macbook pro

    • @Iamallwaysright1
      @Iamallwaysright1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Rgb gaming laptop*, but a cheap off brand one.

    • @RCXDerp
      @RCXDerp 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @@Iamallwaysright1 where tf is 90k cheap

    • @Harrietdurty
      @Harrietdurty 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@RCXDerp for 21’ year - $98k+ with Z51 and vert options with gt2 seats, black wheels, and carbon. They’ve upped the price for 21’ by 5-8k per base and 22’ $8.5k which is still worth every penny compared to a 911 that is neck and neck on performance times

    • @Harrietdurty
      @Harrietdurty 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@Iamallwaysright1 do you have a c8? A Porsche Boxster? Or do you just run your mouth out of spite? The dct is manufactured by the same company as Porsche with a different gearbox, the interior design and leather are manufactured by the same company that does Ferrari and Bugatti leather. The tech is light years away from Porsche brand including gps saving lift system, remote app meters, a better Bose system with larger drivers and more speakers and an on road wifi system etc. more cargo and cabin space. Electronically performance customization from suspension to rpm shifts that records your times with video and gps location including elevations, g force, temp, tire pressure etc. so sit your soy boys ass down kid

    • @RCXDerp
      @RCXDerp 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Harrietdurty Damn everything is going up new mach ones are more than my GT350 was

  • @JK12518
    @JK12518 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Man you guys are on another level with this vid...Kudos.

  • @chrish8487
    @chrish8487 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Finally real 0-60 times and no fluff like the rest. Much appreciated gentlemen!

    • @TheStraightPipes
      @TheStraightPipes  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      We’ve never been fluffed in our lives

    • @chrish8487
      @chrish8487 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@TheStraightPipes Yeah, that would be fluffed up! Subbed my friends!

  • @paulsimonsson
    @paulsimonsson 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Would be great if you share weights as well. Deserves waaay more attention in all reviews by everyone.

    • @scottstewart5784
      @scottstewart5784 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      I'll go one step further - do the math - what is the power to weight ratio? HP/KG or lb.

    • @User-dd2xv
      @User-dd2xv 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      So true

    • @Tubes12AX7k
      @Tubes12AX7k 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      you mean Jakub and Yuri?

  • @GrantEllman
    @GrantEllman 2 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    For ME (just my opinion, you’re entitled to your own) the corvette is such a nightmare of gimmicky tech, screens and buttons. Maybe for some people. For me I wanna get in the car and DRIVE and that’s where the Porsche obviously excels.

    • @RichieB40444
      @RichieB40444 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yeah that vette looks like a spaceship

    • @lance5041
      @lance5041 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I guess that's all opinion, but seeing them side by side? Gross.

    • @DjNikGnashers
      @DjNikGnashers 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Well said Grant.
      That Vette is just a typical yank tank, shouty, blingy, and cheap.

  • @VaanRavi
    @VaanRavi 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    MUSIC ON POINT THE LAST FEW MONTHS. LOVE IT

  • @edysinsimon8646
    @edysinsimon8646 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Finally! I decent summertime review/comparison! Oh thank the various gods! For the money...The new corvette is just spectacular! The flat 4 liter of the Boxster is the bomb..However...That 6.2 motor of the vet? DAMN!!!

  • @shaunlunney7551
    @shaunlunney7551 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Blue Corvette 1LT wZ51 for me. Love this car, makes you feel like a super hero driving it. Everyone waves and stops and smiles as you drive by! I do like that GTS as well, but the Corvette in my spec was MUCH cheaper @ 85K CAD thats a 35-37k difference!

  • @shivamthakur8148
    @shivamthakur8148 2 ปีที่แล้ว +31

    Mann, Porsches are bloody PERFECT!!

    • @FFE-js2zp
      @FFE-js2zp 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Lots of family sedans beat these dogs.

    • @ksp3324
      @ksp3324 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@FFE-js2zp Almost all porsches are faster than any american muscle car.
      Also they are really well made.

    • @FFE-js2zp
      @FFE-js2zp 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@ksp3324
      American muscle is slow, but at least cheap. Almost all Porsches are slow AF dogs in the wild, because Porsche chases a customer rip off strategy of adding two $50 turbos and upcharging +$100K for HP that happens 3 seconds from now. Turbos can improve anticipated acceleration like 0-60, but provide little value from an arbitrary roll. My SC F-Type (ok, its got a very casual 700HP tune) utterly eviscerates 911 Turbo Ss. 300 ft lb base 911s are in Civic R territory and not worth discussing. Just awful values.
      The Porsche 911 also leads all luxury brands in reported repair costs, doubling 2nd place trainwreck BMW. The 718 is #3 on the list. So Porsche builds horrendous junk.

  • @joeyoung3319
    @joeyoung3319 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    GTS ALL THE WAY, BABY!!! Soooo much more refined, soooo much more sublime, SOOOOO superbly balanced and thought through.....SOOOO AMAZINGLY PORSCHE!
    But then I may be biased as I'm the PROUD OWNER of a 2001 BOXSTER S with a 6-Speed, though 20 years old with the then storied 3.2 liter Flat Six 911 engine, it's a flat out JOY TO DRIVE!
    CHEERS!

  • @he6550
    @he6550 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Got 2003 Boxster S over a year now ( black in & out), still looks/runs great as if bought just yesterday. Fun to drive everyday even no plans where to go!! Wife & I would never get tired of it!!

  • @rhiiine
    @rhiiine 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Corvette…in any other color! I saw a shock yellow camaro the other day, it wouldn’t surprise me if it glows in the dark

  • @fbmw98
    @fbmw98 2 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    never thought the c8 is comparable to boxster. good thinking

    • @agungsedayu6219
      @agungsedayu6219 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      the different between europe horsepower and american horsepower

    • @iluvcakes19
      @iluvcakes19 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@agungsedayu6219 not at all

    • @morepanicboy7120
      @morepanicboy7120 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Regarding the price, the c8 is only comparable to 992 911 cs if tested in europe (or probably anywhere outside of american countries).

    • @chinqlinq89
      @chinqlinq89 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@morepanicboy7120 Not a fair logic. A C8 is probably $200-400k in Australia.

    • @mattyoz0
      @mattyoz0 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@chinqlinq89 it's under 200k, where the fuck did you get 400k from?

  • @marcste-marie8074
    @marcste-marie8074 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love the Dragy data. Keep it up

  • @perforatednut2742
    @perforatednut2742 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Best automotive channel on TH-cam!! Porsche all day! Much love from Detroit!

  • @anthonyc7279
    @anthonyc7279 2 ปีที่แล้ว +31

    I like how the corvette looks but there is more class driving a Porsche. Tough choice.

    • @kevinanderson9752
      @kevinanderson9752 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Class... lol , lame

    • @mattX5
      @mattX5 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It’s just a boxster though. Not a 911. No heritage or anything.

  • @matthewb9241
    @matthewb9241 2 ปีที่แล้ว +68

    A 3 second 0-60mph in a base model Corvette costing around $70k is absurd.

    • @petermcclenaghan2254
      @petermcclenaghan2254 2 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      Try finding one for that price though!!!

    • @srsoccer77
      @srsoccer77 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      @@petermcclenaghan2254 Exactly, every c8 is going for 100k+

    • @forrest225
      @forrest225 2 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      @@petermcclenaghan2254 I actually know someone that literally walked into a dealer and got one for msrp. Someone canceled, and he just lucked out.

    • @ThomasFerrugia
      @ThomasFerrugia 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@srsoccer77 : Give it 2 years.

    • @FFE-js2zp
      @FFE-js2zp 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Especially with a time of 4.1 seconds.

  • @thedrivebygg
    @thedrivebygg 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great comparison

  • @lustinjams8888
    @lustinjams8888 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Perfect comparison

  • @ramrod19
    @ramrod19 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Porsche has nearly perfected the mid engine sports car. GM is doing well for there first. I will love to pick up a C8 in the near future.

    • @perkristoffersson4153
      @perkristoffersson4153 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Porsche haven't and this is GM's second attempt at a midengine sportscar, not counting prototypes. Both good entries though.

    • @sutherlacd27
      @sutherlacd27 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@perkristoffersson4153 depends if you consider the 918 in mid engine discussion. Id say that they basically perfected that.

    • @perkristoffersson4153
      @perkristoffersson4153 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@sutherlacd27 I just consider the midengine sportscar concept to have been perfected long before Porsche's modern mid-engined cars. The Lotus Esprit comes to mind but also several Ferraris and the McLaren F1. That's not to say the Porsches aren't great sportscars though.

    • @sutherlacd27
      @sutherlacd27 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@perkristoffersson4153 fair enough. I agree that Ferrari has been nailing it for years now. Personally I think Ferrari makes the most enjoyable driving cars.

  • @mr.t7274
    @mr.t7274 2 ปีที่แล้ว +26

    TheStraightPipes! The channel that should start a car podcast!

  • @jacobgreenbough5678
    @jacobgreenbough5678 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I like that drone view during the drag races

  • @walker5304
    @walker5304 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love Jakob for saying “V8!!” With the proper intensity

  • @yogeshpatel9145
    @yogeshpatel9145 2 ปีที่แล้ว +36

    11:26
    My thought: is Jacob just a better racer?

    • @_dmfd
      @_dmfd 2 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      Well yea haha that's been known for years. Jacob is more into the mechanical and driving aspects/ has more experience and Yuri fw the interior, tech, styling etc

    • @abbashaider8668
      @abbashaider8668 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      I remember one video where Jakob was talking about the mechanical aspects of a car and Yuri interrupted him to do the visor test.

  • @Th3Birdman
    @Th3Birdman 2 ปีที่แล้ว +37

    You feel the car (C8) is "jerky" because you have it in Track mode, which has more aggressive shifts. Put the car in Tour, and the shifts are as smooth as butter. My C8 is normally in Track mode (because I love those shifts and downshifts when I get to a light), but on the highway, Tour mode is the better option.
    That is, until an M3 drives up and they think they can hang.

    • @SavvyMon4
      @SavvyMon4 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Sup Birdman?! Didn’t know you had a C8 Corvette!

    • @darian102030
      @darian102030 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Comparing a fun family sedan to purpose built sports cars is pretty dumb

    • @SavvyMon4
      @SavvyMon4 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      @@darian102030 no it’s not lol. The M3 is a purpose built sports car that just so happens to have seats in the back. The new BMW M3 makes almost the same amount of power as the new corvette.

    • @darian102030
      @darian102030 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      AjaxWRLD power doesn’t make a car something it’s not. Either way I’d rather an M3 over both those cars. The base version of the m3 is a damn 3 series that parents buy their kids for first cars😹

    • @SavvyMon4
      @SavvyMon4 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      @@darian102030 if you want a practical BMW you don’t buy an M3 because it’s too thirsty. Not saying I disagree with you entirely but you cannot deny that the true M cars are more sports car then they are practical family car.

  • @utini11
    @utini11 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Definitely like the performance tests! can we get quarter mile trap speeds too?

  • @mitchellcobb4826
    @mitchellcobb4826 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank u for this it is spot on in hopes of I have a 23 c8 z06 and I wanted something sporty but more business for daily so I got a boxster gts pick up tomorrow super excited

  • @sheldonmoser7429
    @sheldonmoser7429 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Cant wait to see what the Lotus Emira will do next year compared to these two

    • @davidhunternyc1
      @davidhunternyc1 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yeah, I think it will be a step up from both the Boxster and the Vette. We shall see.

    • @pettersaethre
      @pettersaethre 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@davidhunternyc1 vs the porsche a step up on the performance driving perhaps. probably a step down everywhere else

  • @abbashaider8668
    @abbashaider8668 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    The drag race just proved that Jakob’s a better driver 😂

    • @commenterperson4481
      @commenterperson4481 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@saltyfloridaman7163 :)
      I can tell you are joke-trolling, but didn't you hear them say "real world testing" several times?
      Either case, I think their driving skills is above "real world", so they did a good job, to me.

    • @Chrisp707-
      @Chrisp707- 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@saltyfloridaman7163 who care. They’re reviewing the car for real world. They probably do launches moreso for fun. Most people who own these will NEVER push them hard even like they did in the video. So in reality they’re doing a real world review the stuff that matters then track and such stuff is moreso for fun.

  • @joshwalton1120
    @joshwalton1120 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    More drag races with the GTS please 😍

  • @elizabethwonders
    @elizabethwonders 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Such a fun one!! I could feel the wind in my hair! Whip it! Thanks for the great P VS. C! 👍👍🎉🎉🎊

  • @JaredSVX
    @JaredSVX 2 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    I'm not a Vette guy but that's what I'm going with!

  • @lukasdewaal7080
    @lukasdewaal7080 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    It's terribly sad that Corvettes these days are only able to compete in the small sportscar category a la Boxster, next it will be competing with the Germans only in the hot hatch category

    • @drakeanton2000
      @drakeanton2000 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Nah wait for the 900 hp V8 they pull out of no where

  • @trevorhowell6575
    @trevorhowell6575 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Excellent review

  • @DucatiPaso750
    @DucatiPaso750 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    You guys are the best out there. Very good video.

  • @harrismi7
    @harrismi7 2 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    This is a great comparison! My pick would be the Boxster GTS 4.0 but change it to Python Green.

    • @TheStraightPipes
      @TheStraightPipes  2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Ultra close surprise comparisons are super fun

  • @ArrowsNL
    @ArrowsNL 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Thought I was watching Abroad in Japan because of that music

  • @mdub048
    @mdub048 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That Boxster is perfect. Slightly out of my range, though. The Corvette would be fun on loan for a weekend. JMHO.

  • @wompa70
    @wompa70 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I like that you guys mentioned doing 0-60 from the unprepped part of the track. Car companies like to quote times on a really sticky track and not count the first 6 feet. WTH??

  • @dougmiller2840
    @dougmiller2840 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Great matchup! Fun to watch and I think you guys nailed the comparo. Vette all the way for me if I had the coin.

  • @willmatt9424
    @willmatt9424 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    2:03
    Jakub: The Corvette is absolutely beautiful and gets a lot of attention
    Me: JUKE NISMO

    • @zbrembo
      @zbrembo 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      this lol

  • @mkevin88
    @mkevin88 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    How did you get those shots tracking the cars during a launch??! That’s amazing

  • @B4R0N.
    @B4R0N. 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    These Launch control shots though!! WOW!! Last time I saw something like this was in the 0-400-0 Bugatti video! And they famously struggled to do it! So congrats on production quality!

    • @TheStraightPipes
      @TheStraightPipes  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      If someone gave us 2 Bugatti’s we can get the same shot in 10 mins. Just sayin