1997 Porsche Boxster vs. 2005 BMW 325
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche Boxster (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1997 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, both vehicles can yield 245 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 2005 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 1997 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 1997 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Porsche Boxster | 2005 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Porsche | BMW |
| Model | Boxster | 325 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2480 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2730 mm |
