1968 BMW 2800 vs. 2005 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2005 Porsche Boxster is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 2800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 2800 would be higher. At 2,786 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 BMW 2800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Boxster (240 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1968 BMW 2800. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 2800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 5 kg more than 1968 BMW 2800. 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, 2005 Porsche Boxster (271 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 2800. (235 Nm). This means 2005 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 2800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 2800 | 2005 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 2800 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |
