1995 BMW M5 vs. 2010 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2010 Porsche Boxster is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW M5 would be higher. At 3,794 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW M5 (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2010 Porsche Boxster. (310 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2010 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW M5 weights approximately 374 kg more than 2010 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, 1995 BMW M5 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Porsche Boxster. (360 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
1995 BMW M5 | 2010 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | M5 | Boxster |
Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3794 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1351 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4371 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1293 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2416 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |