2009 BMW 128 vs. 2007 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2009 BMW 128 is newer by 2 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 128 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Boxster (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2009 BMW 128. (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 128.
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 128 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche Boxster. (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 128 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche Boxster. 2007 Porsche Boxster has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 128 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 128 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Porsche Boxster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 128 | 2007 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 128 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 64 L |
