2007 BMW 750 vs. 2012 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2012 Porsche Boxster is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 750 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 750 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2012 Porsche Boxster. (320 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2012 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 750 weights approximately 675 kg more than 2012 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, 2007 BMW 750 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche Boxster. (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche Boxster. 2007 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 2012 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 2012 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 750 | 2012 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 750 | Boxster |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4341 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1232 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2416 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 54 L |