2007 BMW 116 vs. 2006 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2007 BMW 116 is newer by 1 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 123 more horse power than 2007 BMW 116. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 90 kg more than 2007 BMW 116. 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, 2006 Porsche Boxster (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 116. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 116 | 2006 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 116 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 256 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |
