Witch specifikation will i need to run AutoCad via bootcamp (Window version)

In order to run AutoCad on a Macbook Pro via bootcamp, what kind of specification will i need ???
I´m thinking about the 17 inch Macbook Pro.
About processors i have to choises, either the 2,2 with 6 mb L3 and turbo-boost up to 3,4 or
the 2,3 with 8 mb L3 and turbo-boost up to 3,6
Next there is Ram, how much will i need ??? Again i have to options, eigther 4 or 8
I´m going to study next month and i haven´t woorked with AutoCad before, however i wan´t a system running perfektly and completely without any problems what so ever.
Now it would be pretty ekspensive for me to upgrade, so i´ll only do it, if i really have to, in order to get that perfektly running system.
What do you say ?, Have an idea ?

Yes, but I am inclined to agree with user Templeton Peck - I prefer Boot Camp. Otherwise I was MAX OUT the ram upgrade. And isn't it FRUSTRATING how expensive the new AutoCAD by Autodesk for MAC is?!?! It's twice the price of a new MAC! NUTS! I did give the free trail a go & have to say that I like it....but not when I've already paid for a PC copy! Frustrating, just frustrating...
BTW - recently upgraded to the i7 15"MBP w/ Thunderbolt. LOOOOVE it! Can't wait to see what Thunderbolt technology will bring...glad I waited.
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