2000 BMW Z9 vs. 1999 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2000 BMW Z9 is newer by 1 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z9 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1999 Porsche Boxster. (217 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 1999 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW Z9 weights approximately 426 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, 2000 BMW Z9 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Porsche Boxster. (266 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW Z9 | 1999 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | Z9 | Boxster |
Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 266 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 78 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2360 mm |