1996 BMW 735 vs. 2005 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2005 Porsche Boxster is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 735. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 735 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Boxster (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1996 BMW 735. (232 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 735. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 735 weights approximately 475 kg more than 2005 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 735 (321 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche Boxster. (320 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 735 | 2005 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 735 | Boxster |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 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 | 1820 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 53 L |