2001 Porsche Boxster vs. 2010 BMW Z4
To start off, 2010 BMW Z4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW Z4 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2001 Porsche Boxster. (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW Z4 weights approximately 224 kg more than 2001 Porsche Boxster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 BMW Z4 (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Porsche Boxster. (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2010 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Porsche Boxster | 2010 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Porsche | BMW |
Model | Boxster | Z4 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2687 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2497 mm |