1999 Porsche Boxster vs. 2010 BMW X3
To start off, 2010 BMW X3 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X3 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1999 Porsche Boxster. (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1999 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X3 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1999 Porsche Boxster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Porsche Boxster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 BMW X3 (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Porsche Boxster. (266 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Porsche Boxster | 2010 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Porsche | BMW |
| Model | Boxster | X3 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2687 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4569 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1676 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2797 mm |
