2008 BMW 330 vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 5 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. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (261 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2008 BMW 330. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 232 kg more than 2013 Porsche Boxter.
Because 2013 Porsche Boxter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter will offer significantly more control. 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 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche Boxter. (279 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche Boxter. 2008 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 2013 Porsche Boxter has manual transmission. 2013 Porsche Boxter will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 330 | Boxter |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1282 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2475 mm |
