1966 BMW 1602 vs. 2010 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2010 Porsche Boxster is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 BMW 1602. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 BMW 1602 would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Boxster (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1966 BMW 1602. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1966 BMW 1602. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 411 kg more than 1966 BMW 1602. 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, 2010 Porsche Boxster (360 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 BMW 1602. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 BMW 1602.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 BMW 1602 | 2010 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 1602 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2010 |
| 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 | 83 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 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 | 940 kg | 1351 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4371 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1293 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 64 L |
