2004 Porsche Boxster vs. 2003 BMW 330
To start off, 2004 Porsche Boxster is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Boxster (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2003 BMW 330. (189 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 330 weights approximately 265 kg more than 2004 Porsche Boxster.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 BMW 330 (400 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche Boxster. (260 Nm). This means 2003 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche Boxster | 2003 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Porsche | BMW |
| Model | Boxster | 330 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 63 L |
