1985 BMW 628 vs. 2004 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2004 Porsche Boxster is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 BMW 628 would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 BMW 628 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Boxster (225 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1985 BMW 628. (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1985 BMW 628. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 BMW 628 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Porsche Boxster (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 BMW 628. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 BMW 628.
Compare all specifications:
1985 BMW 628 | 2004 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 628 | Boxster |
Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2788 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 78 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 | 1470 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2360 mm |