2005 Porsche Boxster vs. 2011 BMW Z4
To start off, 2011 BMW Z4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Boxster (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2011 BMW Z4. (255 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW Z4 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2005 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 Porsche Boxster (320 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW Z4. (298 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Porsche Boxster | 2011 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Porsche | BMW |
Model | Boxster | Z4 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3164 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2497 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |