1994 BMW 518 vs. 2007 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2007 Porsche Boxster is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 518. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 518 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Boxster (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1994 BMW 518. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW 518. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 185 kg more than 1994 BMW 518. 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, 2007 Porsche Boxster (321 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 518. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 518.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW 518 | 2007 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 518 | Boxster |
Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2420 mm |