2005 BMW 530 vs. 2000 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche Boxster (249 HP) has 65 more horse power than 2005 BMW 530. (184 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 530.
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 530 (390 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Porsche Boxster. (309 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Porsche Boxster. 2005 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 2000 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 2000 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 530 | 2000 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 530 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2855 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 249 HP |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 259 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2420 mm |
