2009 BMW 650 vs. 2001 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2009 BMW 650 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (361 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2001 Porsche Boxster. (254 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2001 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 650 weights approximately 205 kg more than 2001 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 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Porsche Boxster. (310 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 650 | 2001 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 650 | Boxster |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 361 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |