1966 BMW 1600 vs. 2011 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2011 Porsche Boxster is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 BMW 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 BMW 1600 would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Boxster (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1966 BMW 1600. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1966 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 431 kg more than 1966 BMW 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Porsche Boxster (360 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 BMW 1600. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1966 BMW 1600 | 2011 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 1600 | Boxster |
Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1574 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1351 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4371 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1293 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2416 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |