2004 Porsche Boxster vs. 2010 BMW 335
To start off, 2010 BMW 335 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2004 Porsche Boxster. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2004 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 335 weights approximately 515 kg more than 2004 Porsche Boxster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 BMW 335 (406 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche Boxster. (260 Nm). This means 2010 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche Boxster | 2010 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Porsche | BMW |
| Model | Boxster | 335 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4587 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 61 L |
