2003 BMW 320 vs. 2009 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2009 Porsche Boxster is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 320 would be higher. At 2,901 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Boxster (252 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2003 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 320.
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, 2009 Porsche Boxster (215 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 320 | Boxster |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |