1992 BMW 530 vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 530 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (311 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1992 BMW 530. (215 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 530 weights approximately 246 kg more than 2013 Porsche Boxter.
Because 2013 Porsche Boxter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 BMW 530. 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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 530. (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Boxter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 530 | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 530 | Boxter |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1281 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2475 mm |
