1974 BMW 2.8 vs. 2005 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2005 Porsche Boxster is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW 2.8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW 2.8 would be higher. At 3,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 BMW 2.8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Boxster (240 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1974 BMW 2.8. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 2.8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 BMW 2.8 weights approximately 245 kg more than 2005 Porsche Boxster.
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, 1974 BMW 2.8 (295 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche Boxster. (271 Nm). This means 1974 BMW 2.8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 2.8 | 2005 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 2.8 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3293 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2420 mm |
