1974 BMW Touring vs. 2011 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2011 Porsche Boxster is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW Touring would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Boxster (320 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1974 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 245 kg more than 1974 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Porsche Boxster (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1974 BMW Touring | 2011 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | Touring | Boxster |
Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1572 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4341 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1232 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2416 mm |