2006 Porsche Boxster vs. 2012 BMW 123
To start off, 2012 BMW 123 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 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Boxster (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2012 BMW 123. (202 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 123 weights approximately 190 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, 2012 BMW 123 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche Boxster. (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Porsche Boxster | 2012 BMW 123 | |
| Make | Porsche | BMW |
| Model | Boxster | 123 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2687 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.2 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 51 L |
