2008 BMW 523 vs. 2009 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2009 Porsche Boxster is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 523. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 523 would be higher. At 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Boxster (291 HP) has 116 more horse power than 2008 BMW 523. (175 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 75 kg more than 2008 BMW 523. 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, 2009 Porsche Boxster (340 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 523 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 291 HP |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
