1977 BMW 728 vs. 2002 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2002 Porsche Boxster is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 728. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 728 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Boxster (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1977 BMW 728. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1977 BMW 728. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 BMW 728 weights approximately 216 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Porsche Boxster (320 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 BMW 728. (235 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 BMW 728.
Compare all specifications:
1977 BMW 728 | 2002 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 728 | Boxster |
Year Released | 1977 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2788 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 93.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 64 L |