2005 BMW 325 vs. 1996 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche Boxster (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 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 273 kg more than 1996 Porsche Boxster.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Porsche Boxster (240 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (238 Nm). This means 1996 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1996 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 325 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 72 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1252 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
