2009 BMW 120 vs. 2012 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2012 Porsche Boxster is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 120 would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Boxster (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (169 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 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 34 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 Porsche Boxster (360 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 120. (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 120 | 2012 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 120 | Boxster |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1351 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4371 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1293 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2416 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 64 L |