1991 BMW 325 vs. 2002 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2002 Porsche Boxster is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 BMW 325 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Boxster (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1991 BMW 325. (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1991 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 BMW 325 weights approximately 114 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Porsche Boxster (320 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 BMW 325. (220 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
1991 BMW 325 | 2002 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 325 | Boxster |
Year Released | 1991 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 93.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 78 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |