2011 Porsche Panamera vs. 2012 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2012 Porsche Boxster is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Porsche Panamera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Porsche Panamera would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Boxster (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2011 Porsche Panamera. (250 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2011 Porsche Panamera.
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 Porsche Panamera (550 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche Boxster. (360 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche Boxster. 2011 Porsche Panamera has automatic transmission and 2012 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 2012 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Porsche Panamera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Porsche Panamera | 2012 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | Panamera | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed automated manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4968 mm | 4371 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1931 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1408 mm | 1293 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.6 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 64 L |
