1985 BMW M5 vs. 2009 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2009 Porsche Boxster is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 BMW M5 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 BMW M5 (256 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Porsche Boxster. (252 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2009 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, 1985 BMW M5 (290 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche Boxster. (215 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1985 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
1985 BMW M5 | 2009 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | M5 | Boxster |
Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3453 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 262 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |