2006 BMW M3 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 M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2012 Porsche Boxster. (320 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2012 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW M3 weights approximately 380 kg more than 2012 Porsche Boxster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Porsche Boxster (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW M3. (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW M3 | 2012 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | M3 | Boxster |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3244 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4341 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1232 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2416 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 54 L |