2009 BMW 650 vs. 2006 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2009 BMW 650 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 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 121 more horse power than 2006 Porsche Boxster. (240 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2006 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 210 kg more than 2009 BMW 650.
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 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche Boxster. (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 650 | 2006 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 650 | Boxster |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 361 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 78 mm |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 253 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |