2009 BMW 650 vs. 1997 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2009 BMW 650 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1997 Porsche Boxster. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1997 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 650 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1997 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, 2009 BMW 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Porsche Boxster. (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 650 | 1997 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 650 | Boxster |
Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2480 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 72 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2360 mm |