2007 BMW 320 vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 320 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (261 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2007 BMW 320. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 320 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2013 Porsche Boxter.
Because 2013 Porsche Boxter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 BMW 320 (331 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche Boxter. (279 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche Boxter.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 320 | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 320 | Boxter |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 279 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 72 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 262 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4374 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1979 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1282 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2475 mm |