2011 BMW 335 vs. 2004 Porsche Boxster

To start off, 2011 BMW 335 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 335 (320 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2004 Porsche Boxster. (237 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2004 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 335 weights approximately 520 kg more than 2004 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, 2011 BMW 335 (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche Boxster. (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche Boxster. 2004 Porsche Boxster has automatic transmission and 2011 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2011 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Porsche Boxster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2011 BMW 335 2004 Porsche Boxster
Make BMW Porsche
Model 335 Boxster
Year Released 2011 2004
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 3000 cc 2687 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 320 HP 237 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 450 Nm 270 Nm
Torque RPM 1500 RPM 4700 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1815 kg 1295 kg
Vehicle Length 4620 mm 4340 mm
Vehicle Width 1783 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1372 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 2761 mm 2420 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 9 L/100km 7.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.1 L/100km 14.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 61 L 64 L