2005 BMW 318 vs. 1993 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2005 BMW 318 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche Boxster (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2005 BMW 318. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 10 kg more than 2005 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1993 Porsche Boxster (308 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 318. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 318 | 1993 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 318 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1250 mm |
