2001 BMW 320 vs. 2002 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2002 Porsche Boxster is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 320 would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Boxster (224 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2001 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 320 weights approximately 140 kg more than 2002 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, 2001 BMW 320 (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Porsche Boxster. (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Porsche Boxster. 2002 Porsche Boxster has automatic transmission and 2001 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 2001 BMW 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Porsche Boxster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 320 | 2002 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 320 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.4 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.6 L/100km | 15.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
