2009 BMW 335 vs. 1999 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1999 Porsche Boxster. (217 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1999 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 335 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1999 Porsche Boxster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Porsche Boxster. (266 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 335 | 1999 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 335 | Boxster |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 266 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1810 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2360 mm |