1999 Porsche Boxster vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 13 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1999 Porsche Boxster. (252 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1999 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 335 weights approximately 510 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.
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 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Porsche Boxster. (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Porsche Boxster | 2012 BMW 335 | |
Make | Porsche | BMW |
Model | Boxster | 335 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 57 L |