1997 Porsche Boxster vs. 2005 BMW 525
To start off, 2005 BMW 525 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche Boxster (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 BMW 525. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 525 weights approximately 240 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, 2005 BMW 525 (351 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Porsche Boxster. (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Porsche Boxster. 2005 BMW 525 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 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Porsche Boxster | 2005 BMW 525 | |
Make | Porsche | BMW |
Model | Boxster | 525 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2480 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2730 mm |