2008 BMW 735 vs. 2007 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2008 BMW 735 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 3,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Boxster (276 HP) has 8 more horse power than 2008 BMW 735. (268 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 735. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 735 weights approximately 590 kg more than 2007 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 735 (360 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche Boxster. (321 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche Boxster. 2008 BMW 735 has automatic transmission and 2007 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 2007 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 735 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 735 | 2007 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 735 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 276 HP |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.2 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 268 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 64 L |
