1996 BMW 525 vs. 1998 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 1998 Porsche Boxster is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche Boxster (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1996 BMW 525. (141 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 525 weights approximately 313 kg more than 1998 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, 1996 BMW 525 (279 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Porsche Boxster. (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 525 | 1998 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 525 | Boxster |
Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2480 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 72 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 1563 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2360 mm |