2009 BMW 525 vs. 2011 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2011 Porsche Boxster is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 525 would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Boxster (320 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2009 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 525 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 Porsche Boxster (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 525. 2009 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 2011 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 2011 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 525 | 2011 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 525 | Boxster |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4341 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1232 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2416 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 54 L |