2009 BMW 528 vs. 1993 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2009 BMW 528 is newer by 16 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche Boxster (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2009 BMW 528. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 528.
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, 1993 Porsche Boxster (308 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 528. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 528 | 1993 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 528 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1250 mm |
