1998 BMW 845 vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 845. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 845 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (311 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1998 BMW 845. (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 845. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 845 weights approximately 400 kg more than 2013 Porsche Boxter.
Because 2013 Porsche Boxter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 BMW 845. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 BMW 845 (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche Boxter. (361 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 845 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche Boxter.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 845 | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 845 | Boxter |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4374 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1979 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1281 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2475 mm |