1993 Porsche Boxster vs. 2012 BMW 120
To start off, 2012 BMW 120 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche Boxster (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2012 BMW 120. (170 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 120 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1993 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, 1993 Porsche Boxster (308 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 120. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Porsche Boxster | 2012 BMW 120 | |
Make | Porsche | BMW |
Model | Boxster | 120 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1411 mm |