1999 BMW 318 vs. 2012 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2012 Porsche Boxster is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 318 would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Boxster (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1999 BMW 318. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 318 weights approximately 89 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 Porsche Boxster (360 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 318 | 2012 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 318 | Boxster |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1895 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1351 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4371 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1293 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2416 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |