2000 Porsche Boxster vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche Boxster (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2013 BMW 3 Series. (238 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 3 Series.
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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (407 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Porsche Boxster. (335 Nm). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Porsche Boxster. 2013 BMW 3 Series 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. 2013 BMW 3 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Porsche Boxster | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
| Make | Porsche | BMW |
| Model | Boxster | 3 Series |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.2 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2031 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2810 mm |
