2010 Porsche Boxster vs. 2007 BMW Z4
To start off, 2010 Porsche Boxster is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW Z4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW Z4 would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Boxster (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2007 BMW Z4. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 16 kg more than 2007 BMW Z4. 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, 2010 Porsche Boxster (360 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW Z4. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW Z4. 2007 BMW Z4 has automatic transmission and 2010 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 2010 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW Z4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Porsche Boxster | 2007 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Porsche | BMW |
| Model | Boxster | Z4 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3400 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1351 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4371 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1801 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1293 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2416 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |
