1984 BMW M6 vs. 1997 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 1997 Porsche Boxster is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 BMW M6 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1997 Porsche Boxster. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1997 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 BMW M6 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1997 Porsche Boxster. 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, 1984 BMW M6 (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Porsche Boxster. (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
1984 BMW M6 | 1997 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | M6 | Boxster |
Year Released | 1984 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3453 cc | 2480 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 72 mm |
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 | 1505 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2360 mm |