1992 BMW 332 vs. 1999 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 1999 Porsche Boxster is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 332. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 332 would be higher. At 3,152 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 332 (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1999 Porsche Boxster. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 1999 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 332 weights approximately 150 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, 1992 BMW 332 (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Porsche Boxster. (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 332 | 1999 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 332 | Boxster |
Year Released | 1992 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3152 cc | 2480 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 72 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2360 mm |