1976 BMW 3.3 vs. 2007 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2007 Porsche Boxster is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 BMW 3.3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 BMW 3.3 would be higher. At 3,295 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 BMW 3.3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Boxster (225 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1976 BMW 3.3. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1976 BMW 3.3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 BMW 3.3 weights approximately 138 kg more than 2007 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, 1976 BMW 3.3 (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche Boxster. (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1976 BMW 3.3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
1976 BMW 3.3 | 2007 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 3.3 | Boxster |
Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3295 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 64 L |