1981 BMW 628 vs. 2011 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2011 Porsche Boxster is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 BMW 628 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 139 more horse power than 1981 BMW 628. (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1981 BMW 628. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 BMW 628 weights approximately 195 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 BMW 628. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 BMW 628.
Compare all specifications:
1981 BMW 628 | 2011 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 628 | Boxster |
Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2788 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4341 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1232 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2416 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 54 L |