2000 BMW 325 vs. 2000 Porsche Boxster

To start off, both 2000 BMW 325 and 2000 Porsche Boxster were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,855 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche Boxster (249 HP) has 81 more horse power than 2000 BMW 325. (168 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 325.

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, 2000 Porsche Boxster (309 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 325. (245 Nm). This means 2000 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 325.

Compare all specifications:

2000 BMW 325 2000 Porsche Boxster
Make BMW Porsche
Model 325 Boxster
Year Released 2000 2000
Body Type Convertible Convertible
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 2494 cc 2855 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 168 HP 249 HP
Torque 245 Nm 309 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4350 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2420 mm


 

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