2009 BMW M3 vs. 2001 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2001 Porsche Boxster. (254 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2001 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, 2001 Porsche Boxster (310 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M3. (295 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M3 | 2001 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | M3 | Boxster |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 295 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |