2000 BMW 328 vs. 2005 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2005 Porsche Boxster is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 328. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 328 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Boxster (240 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2000 BMW 328. (201 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 328 weights approximately 175 kg more than 2005 Porsche Boxster.
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 BMW 328 (279 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche Boxster. (271 Nm). This means 2000 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 328 | 2005 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 328 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2420 mm |
