1990 BMW 316 vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 316 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (311 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1990 BMW 316. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Boxter weights approximately 240 kg more than 1990 BMW 316. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Boxter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 BMW 316. 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 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 316. (141 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Boxter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 316 | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 316 | Boxter |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1281 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2475 mm |
