1998 BMW 328 vs. 2012 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2012 Porsche Boxster is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 328. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 328 would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Boxster (320 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1998 BMW 328. (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 328 weights approximately 355 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 Porsche Boxster (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 328. (280 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 328 | 2012 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 328 | Boxster |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4341 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1232 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2416 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 54 L |