1993 Porsche Boxster vs. 2004 BMW 320
To start off, 2004 BMW 320 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche Boxster (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2004 BMW 320. (168 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 320 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1993 Porsche Boxster.
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, 1993 Porsche Boxster (308 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 320. 2004 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 1993 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 1993 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Porsche Boxster | 2004 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Porsche | BMW |
| Model | Boxster | 320 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1380 mm |
