1974 BMW 3 vs. 2004 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2004 Porsche Boxster is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW 3 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 BMW 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Boxster (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1974 BMW 3. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 BMW 3 weights approximately 158 kg more than 2004 Porsche Boxster.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 BMW 3 (270 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche Boxster. (260 Nm). This means 1974 BMW 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 3 | 2004 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 3 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1433 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2420 mm |
