Why stupid Kunal. They are in different markets really. People who can afford to run and service a Boxster S will and people who want lower running costs and the practical nature of the BMW will chose differently
Porsche Boxster S vs BMW Z4 sDrive35i
| Category | BMW Z4 sDrive35i | Porsche Boxster S |
|---|---|---|
| Engine layout | 3.0 l R6 | 3.4 l B6 |
| Max power (ps / bhp) | 306 / 302 | 310 / 306 |
| Max torque (Nm / lb-ft) | 400 / 295 | 360 / 266 |
| Curb weight (kg / lb) | 1580 / 3483 | 1380 / 3042 |
| Power / tonne (ps / bhp) | 194 / 191 | 225 / 222 |
Lap Times
| Track | BMW Z4 sDrive35i | Porsche Boxster S |
|---|---|---|
| Hockenheim Short | 1:16.60 | 1:14.46 |
| Autozeitung test track | 1:42.80 | 1:40.70 |
| Tsukuba | 1:08.45 | 1:08.15 |
| Sachsenring | 1:43.59 | 1:40.54 |
| Balocco | 3:02.02 | 2:55.18 |
| Wakefield Park | 1:10.00 | 1:09.80 |
Performance
| Category | BMW Z4 sDrive35i | Porsche Boxster S |
|---|---|---|
| 0 - 100 kph | 5.0 s | 4.5 s |
| 0 - 200 kph | 18.4 s | 17.2 s |
| Est. 100 - 200 kph | 13.4 s | 12.7 s |
| Est. 0 - 60 mph | 4.7 s | 4.2 s |
| 0 - 100 mph | 11.5 s | 10.5 s |
| Est. 1/8 mile | 9.3 s @ 92.0 mph | 9.0 s @ 94.4 mph |
| 1/4 mile | 13.3 s @ 107.5 mph | 12.6 s |
| Top speed | 250 kph (155 mph) | 272 kph (169 mph) |
| Est. max acceleration | 0.62 g (6 m/s²) | 0.69 g (7 m/s²) |
Summary
| Category | BMW Z4 sDrive35i | Porsche Boxster S |
|---|---|---|
| Track Performance | 564 | 600 |
| Straight line speed | 713 | 900 |
| Total | 1277 | 1500 |
Verdict
Boxster S is the fastest by a small margin.
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