2008 BMW 523 vs. 2003 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2008 BMW 523 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche Boxster (225 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2008 BMW 523. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 523 weights approximately 140 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Porsche Boxster (261 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 523 | 2003 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 523 | Boxster |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 261 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 1490 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2360 mm |