1979 BMW 732 vs. 2011 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2011 Porsche Boxster is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 BMW 732. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 BMW 732 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 123 more horse power than 1979 BMW 732. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1979 BMW 732. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 BMW 732 weights approximately 225 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 Porsche Boxster (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 BMW 732. (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 BMW 732.
Compare all specifications:
1979 BMW 732 | 2011 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 732 | Boxster |
Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4341 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1232 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2416 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 54 L |