2008 BMW 118 vs. 2012 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2012 Porsche Boxster is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 118. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 118 would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Boxster (320 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2008 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 65 kg more than 2008 BMW 118. 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, 2012 Porsche Boxster (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 118. (181 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 118. 2008 BMW 118 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. 2008 BMW 118 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 118 | 2012 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 118 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4346 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |
