Yahoo Autos Proof the New Porsche 718 Boxster Sounds Exactly Like a Subaru
As you may have heard, Porsche made the decision to drop the lovely naturally aspirated six-cylinder motors from its Boxster lineup for various fuel-economy reasons. In its place are a pair of turbocharged flat-four engines, which are (unfortunately) better in every way. Well, every way except for one. They sound exactly like Subaru engines.
Subaru has been using flat-four cylinder motors in its cars for decades. Hearing that deep boxer rumble in the distance meant catching a glimpse of any number of rally legends or cheap daily drivers. Everything from the STI to the Forester has a flat-four power plant, and now, so does Porsche's entry level sports car.
The distinct Subaru sound is something car enthusiasts recognize instantly, which is why this video so fantastically encapsulates why many in the community are saying the new 718 Boxster sounds like a WRX.
The video itself is only 14 seconds, but it's more than enough to convince us that classic boxer rumble is coming straight from the pipe of a parked Subaru. But, when the camera pans over, it's revealed to be stringing out of none other than Porsche's newest turbo 'vert.
So there you have it. Definitive proof the new Porsche 718 Boxster sounds exactly like your buddy's '07 STI. Hey, at least it's fuel efficient, right?
via /r/cars
