2006 Porsche Boxster vs. 2010 BMW Z4
To start off, 2010 BMW Z4 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW Z4 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Porsche Boxster. (225 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW Z4 weights approximately 84 kg more than 2006 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, 2010 BMW Z4 (298 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche Boxster. (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2010 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche Boxster. 2006 Porsche Boxster has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW Z4 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW Z4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Porsche Boxster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Porsche Boxster | 2010 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Porsche | BMW |
| Model | Boxster | Z4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2687 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2497 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |
