2006 Porsche Boxster vs. 2012 BMW 120
To start off, 2012 BMW 120 is newer by 6 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 3,177 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Boxster (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2012 BMW 120. (170 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 120 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2006 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 Porsche Boxster (320 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 120. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Porsche Boxster | 2012 BMW 120 | |
Make | Porsche | BMW |
Model | Boxster | 120 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3177 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 51 L |