1996 BMW 540 vs. 2002 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2002 Porsche Boxster is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 540. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 540 would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2002 Porsche Boxster. (256 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 2002 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 540 weights approximately 495 kg more than 2002 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, 1996 BMW 540 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Porsche Boxster. (320 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 540 | 2002 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 540 | Boxster |
Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4397 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 93.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.7 L/100km | 15.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.6 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |