2007 BMW Z4 vs. 2009 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2009 Porsche Boxster is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW Z4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW Z4 would be higher. At 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Z4 (358 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2009 Porsche Boxster. (291 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2009 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, 2007 BMW Z4 (385 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche Boxster. (340 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW Z4 | 2009 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | Z4 | Boxster |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 3387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 358 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 385 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 273 km/hour | 272 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2420 mm |