2009 BMW 630 vs. 2006 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2009 BMW 630 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 630 (268 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2006 Porsche Boxster. (225 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 2006 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 630 weights approximately 432 kg more than 2006 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 630 (320 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche Boxster. (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche Boxster. 2006 Porsche Boxster has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 630 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 630 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Porsche Boxster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 630 | 2006 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 630 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | 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 | 268 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 253 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
