1990 BMW M3 vs. 2007 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2007 Porsche Boxster is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Boxster (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1990 BMW M3. (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 145 kg more than 1990 BMW M3. 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, 2007 Porsche Boxster (321 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW M3. (240 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW M3 | 2007 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | M3 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2467 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 78 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 64 L |
