2007 BMW 530 vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 530 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (261 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2007 BMW 530. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 530 weights approximately 360 kg more than 2013 Porsche Boxter.
Because 2013 Porsche Boxter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 BMW 530 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche Boxter. (279 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche Boxter.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 530 | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 530 | Boxter |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 279 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 263 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4374 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1979 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1282 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2475 mm |