1986 BMW M6 vs. 1999 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 1999 Porsche Boxster is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW M6 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1999 Porsche Boxster. (249 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW M6 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1999 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, 1986 BMW M6 (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Porsche Boxster. (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
1986 BMW M6 | 1999 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | M6 | Boxster |
Year Released | 1986 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3453 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 249 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 93.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 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 | 1505 kg | 1260 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 |