2003 BMW 320 vs. 2002 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2003 BMW 320 is newer by 1 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 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Boxster (224 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2003 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 320 weights approximately 187 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 (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 320 | 2002 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 320 | Boxster |
Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1278 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |