2009 BMW 120 vs. 2001 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche Boxster (254 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 120 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2001 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, 2009 BMW 120 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Porsche Boxster. (310 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 120 | 2001 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 120 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 64 L |
