2005 BMW 760 vs. 1993 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2005 BMW 760 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 6,128 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 760 (438 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1993 Porsche Boxster. (247 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1993 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 760 weights approximately 810 kg more than 1993 Porsche Boxster. 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, 2005 BMW 760 (602 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Porsche Boxster. (308 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Porsche Boxster. 2005 BMW 760 has automatic transmission and 1993 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 1993 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 760 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 760 | 1993 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 760 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6128 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 438 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 602 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1250 mm |
