2009 BMW 325 vs. 2007 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 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 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Boxster (245 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2009 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 325.
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 325 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche Boxster. (273 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 325 | 2007 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 325 | Boxster |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 273 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 78 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |