2012 Porsche Boxster vs. 2008 BMW 320
To start off, 2012 Porsche Boxster is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 320 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 (320 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2008 BMW 320. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 320 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 Porsche Boxster (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 320. (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 320. 2008 BMW 320 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. 2008 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Porsche Boxster | 2008 BMW 320 | |
Make | Porsche | BMW |
Model | Boxster | 320 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3400 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4346 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1801 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1285 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2416 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 63 L |