2001 BMW L7 vs. 2000 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2001 BMW L7 is newer by 1 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 5,400 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 BMW L7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW L7 (328 HP) has 79 more horse power than 2000 Porsche Boxster. (249 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW L7 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, 2001 BMW L7 (350 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Porsche Boxster. (309 Nm). This means 2001 BMW L7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Porsche Boxster. 2001 BMW L7 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. 2001 BMW L7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW L7 | 2000 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | L7 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 2855 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 249 HP |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2420 mm |
