2009 BMW 328 vs. 2005 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2009 BMW 328 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Boxster (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2009 BMW 328. (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 328.
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 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche Boxster. (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 328 | 2005 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 328 | Boxster |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | 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 Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |