2001 BMW M vs. 2006 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2006 Porsche Boxster is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW M would be higher. At 3,169 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2006 Porsche Boxster. (240 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M should accelerate faster than 2006 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 360 kg more than 2001 BMW M.
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 M (345 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche Boxster. (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2001 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW M | 2006 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | M | Boxster |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3169 cc | 2686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 253 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.9 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 64 L |