1972 BMW 520 vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW 520 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (311 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1972 BMW 520. (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 BMW 520 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2013 Porsche Boxter.
Because 2013 Porsche Boxter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 BMW 520. 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 (361 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Boxter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
1972 BMW 520 | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 520 | Boxter |
Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 277 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4374 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1979 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1281 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2475 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.3 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |