The great unlamented Gyromatic, for in­stance. If the Gyromatic didn’t put Chrysler Corporation out of business, it hurt—and hurt badly; and we’re sad to see Porsche repeat the experiment.

Around the back, the twin tailpipes give the Boxster a more purposeful stance, emitting a flat-four sonata that’s best enjoyed with the top down, of course. As Porsche shifts towards ...

In an era where modern sports cars are increasingly defined by complex electronics and driver-assist systems, Porsche has ...