2007 BMW M3 vs. 2000 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2007 BMW M3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2000 Porsche Boxster. (217 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M3 weights approximately 395 kg more than 2000 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 M3 (366 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Porsche Boxster. (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW M3 | 2000 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | M3 | Boxster |
Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2360 mm |