1994 BMW 854 vs. 2012 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2012 Porsche Boxster is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 854. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 854 would be higher. At 5,378 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 BMW 854 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 854 (323 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2012 Porsche Boxster. (310 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 854 should accelerate faster than 2012 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 854 weights approximately 529 kg more than 2012 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, 1994 BMW 854 (490 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche Boxster. (360 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 854 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche Boxster. 1994 BMW 854 has automatic transmission and 2012 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 2012 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 BMW 854 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW 854 | 2012 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 854 | Boxster |
Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5378 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 323 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1351 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4371 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1293 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2416 mm |