2008 BMW 130 vs. 2002 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2008 BMW 130 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 130 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2002 Porsche Boxster. (256 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 2002 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 130 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Porsche Boxster (320 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 130. (315 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 130. 2008 BMW 130 has automatic transmission and 2002 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 2002 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 130 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 130 | 2002 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 130 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 64 L |
