1999 BMW Breyton vs. 2004 Porsche Boxster

To start off, 2004 Porsche Boxster is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW Breyton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW Breyton would be higher. At 3,300 cc, 1999 BMW Breyton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW Breyton (326 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2004 Porsche Boxster. (225 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Breyton should accelerate faster than 2004 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW Breyton weights approximately 350 kg more than 2004 Porsche Boxster. 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, 1999 BMW Breyton (746 Nm) has 486 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche Boxster. (260 Nm). This means 1999 BMW Breyton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche Boxster.

Compare all specifications:

1999 BMW Breyton 2004 Porsche Boxster
Make BMW Porsche
Model Breyton Boxster
Year Released 1999 2004
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 3300 cc 2687 cc
Horse Power 326 HP 225 HP
Engine RPM 7400 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 746 Nm 260 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1700 kg 1350 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 4320 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2360 mm


 

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