1999 BMW 323 vs. 2011 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2011 Porsche Boxster is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 323 would be higher. At 2,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Boxster (255 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1999 BMW 323. (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 323 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 Porsche Boxster (290 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 323. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 323 | 2011 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 323 | Boxster |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4371 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1293 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2416 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |