1972 BMW Turbo vs. 2011 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2011 Porsche Boxster is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW Turbo would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Boxster (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1972 BMW Turbo. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Turbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 367 kg more than 1972 BMW Turbo. 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, 2011 Porsche Boxster (360 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Turbo. (177 Nm). This means 2011 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Turbo.
Compare all specifications:
1972 BMW Turbo | 2011 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | Turbo | Boxster |
Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 360 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1351 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4371 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1293 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2416 mm |