2005 BMW 525 vs. 1999 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2005 BMW 525 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche Boxster (252 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2005 BMW 525. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 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 445 kg more than 1999 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 (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Porsche Boxster. (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 525 | 1999 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 525 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
