2000 BMW Z3 vs. 1996 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2000 BMW Z3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 2,990 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z3 (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1996 Porsche Boxster. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1996 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW Z3 weights approximately 153 kg more than 1996 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, 2000 BMW Z3 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Porsche Boxster. (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z3 | 1996 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | Z3 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 2480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1252 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 64 L |
