1995 BMW 330 vs. 2006 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2006 Porsche Boxster is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Boxster (225 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1995 BMW 330. (193 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 330 weights approximately 9 kg more than 2006 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, 1995 BMW 330 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche Boxster. (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1995 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche Boxster. 2006 Porsche Boxster has automatic transmission and 1995 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 1995 BMW 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Porsche Boxster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 330 | 2006 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 330 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
