2000 BMW Z3 vs. 2000 Porsche Boxster
To start off, both 2000 BMW Z3 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 82 more horse power than 2000 BMW Z3. (167 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW Z3.
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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW Z3. (210 Nm). This means 2000 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW Z3. 2000 BMW Z3 has automatic transmission and 2000 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 2000 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 BMW Z3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z3 | 2000 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | Z3 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 2855 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 249 HP |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 259 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2420 mm |
