2009 BMW 330 vs. 2002 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 2,996 cc, 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2002 Porsche Boxster. (224 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2002 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 330 (315 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Porsche Boxster. (260 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 2002 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 330 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2687 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 253 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| 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 | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
