2002 Porsche Boxster vs. 2013 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 1 Series is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 1 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 1 Series (227 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2002 Porsche Boxster. (224 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster than 2002 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 1 Series weights approximately 177 kg more than 2002 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, 2013 BMW 1 Series (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Porsche Boxster. (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 1 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Porsche Boxster | 2013 BMW 1 Series | |
Make | Porsche | BMW |
Model | Boxster | 1 Series |
Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2687 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.7 |
Top Speed | 253 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4373 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1919 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.1 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.2 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 53 L |