1990 BMW M3 vs. 2008 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2008 Porsche Boxster is newer by 18 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. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche Boxster (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1990 BMW M3. (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 155 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, 2008 Porsche Boxster (340 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW M3. (240 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | M3 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 64 L |
