2006 Porsche Boxster vs. 2010 BMW 125
To start off, 2010 BMW 125 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Boxster (240 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2010 BMW 125. (215 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 210 kg more than 2010 BMW 125. 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, 2010 BMW 125 (271 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche Boxster. (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Porsche Boxster | 2010 BMW 125 | |
Make | Porsche | BMW |
Model | Boxster | 125 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2686 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 88 mm |
Top Speed | 253 km/hour | 238 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 53 L |