2006 BMW Z4 vs. 2004 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2006 BMW Z4 is newer by 2 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 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW Z4 (343 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2004 Porsche Boxster. (225 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 18 kg more than 2006 BMW Z4.
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 Z4 (495 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche Boxster. (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW Z4 | 2004 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | Z4 | Boxster |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 343 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4700 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 | 1332 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2360 mm |