1963 BMW 700 vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 BMW 700 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (261 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1963 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 1963 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Boxter weights approximately 674 kg more than 1963 BMW 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Boxter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 BMW 700. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Porsche Boxter (279 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Boxter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 BMW 700 | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 700 | Boxter |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 666 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1282 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2475 mm |
