2002 Porsche Boxster vs. 2001 BMW Z3
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 Z3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW Z3 would be higher. At 2,685 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Boxster (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2001 BMW Z3. (167 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW Z3 weights approximately 85 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, 2002 Porsche Boxster (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW Z3. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Porsche Boxster | 2001 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Porsche | BMW |
| Model | Boxster | Z3 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2685 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 72 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 | 1260 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2450 mm |
