2008 BMW 330 vs. 2011 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2011 Porsche Boxster is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 330 would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Boxster (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2008 BMW 330. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 189 kg more than 2011 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, 2008 BMW 330 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Porsche Boxster. (360 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 330 | 2011 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 330 | Boxster |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1351 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4371 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1293 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2416 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |