1999 BMW M28i vs. 2006 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2006 Porsche Boxster is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW M28i. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW M28i would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW M28i is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW M28i (250 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Porsche Boxster. (240 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW M28i should accelerate faster than 2006 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 35 kg more than 1999 BMW M28i.
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 M28i (355 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche Boxster. (270 Nm). This means 1999 BMW M28i will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW M28i | 2006 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | M28i | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 253 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2420 mm |
