2005 BMW M3 vs. 2000 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2005 BMW M3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW M3 (328 HP) has 79 more horse power than 2000 Porsche Boxster. (249 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2000 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, 2005 BMW M3 (330 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Porsche Boxster. (309 Nm). This means 2005 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW M3 | 2000 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | M3 | Boxster |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2855 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 249 HP |
Torque | 330 Nm | 309 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 259 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2420 mm |