2004 BMW 330 vs. 2011 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2011 Porsche Boxster is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Boxster (255 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2004 BMW 330. (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 330 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2011 Porsche Boxster.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW 330 (300 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Porsche Boxster. (290 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 330 | 2011 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 330 | Boxster |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 290 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4371 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1293 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2416 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |