2006 BMW 730 vs. 2012 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2012 Porsche Boxster is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Boxster (255 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 BMW 730. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 730 weights approximately 600 kg more than 2012 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, 2006 BMW 730 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche Boxster. (290 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche Boxster. 2006 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 2012 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 2012 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 730 | 2012 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 730 | Boxster |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4371 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1293 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2416 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 64 L |