2000 Porsche Boxster vs. 2013 BMW M6
To start off, 2013 BMW M6 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW M6 (552 HP) has 303 more horse power than 2000 Porsche Boxster. (249 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2000 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, 2013 BMW M6 (678 Nm) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Porsche Boxster. (309 Nm). This means 2013 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Porsche Boxster. 2013 BMW M6 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 M6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Porsche Boxster | 2013 BMW M6 | |
| Make | Porsche | BMW |
| Model | Boxster | M6 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2855 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 552 HP |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4903 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2106 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1374 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2851 mm |
