1983 BMW 628 vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW 628 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (311 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1983 BMW 628. (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 628. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 BMW 628 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2013 Porsche Boxter.
Because 2013 Porsche Boxter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 BMW 628. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Porsche Boxter (361 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 628. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Boxter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 628.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW 628 | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 628 | Boxter |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1281 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2475 mm |
