1983 BMW 525 vs. 1999 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 1999 Porsche Boxster is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,693 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche Boxster (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1983 BMW 525. (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 10 kg more than 1983 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Porsche Boxster (266 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 525. (241 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1999 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW 525 | 1999 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 525 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2693 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2360 mm |
