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Porsche Boxster (2009) vs. BMW 3-Series (2012) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2009 Porsche Boxster and 2012 BMW 3-Series specs.

2009 Porsche Boxster and 2012 BMW 3-Series Specifications

Model Year 2009 2012  
Model Porsche Boxster BMW 3-Series  
Engine 3.4L H6
DOHC-4v
310 hp@6400
266 lb-ft@4400
4.0L V8
DOHC-4v
414 hp@8300
295 lb-ft@3900
 
Transmission 7-speed automated manual 7-speed automated manual  
Drivetrain RWD RWD  
Body 2dr Convertible 2dr Hardtop conv.  
      Difference
Wheelbase 95.1 in 108.7 in -13.6 in
Length 172.1 in 180.6 in -8.5 in
Width 70.9 in 70.2 in 0.7 in
Height 50.9 in 54.5 in -3.6 in
Curb Weight 3042 lb. 4145 lb. -1103 lb.
Fuel Capacity 16.9 gal. 16.1 gal. 0.8 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 38.4 in 38.0 in 0.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 51.7 in 55.3 in -3.6 in
Hip Room, Row 1 53.4 in 0.0 in 53.4 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.6 in 41.8 in -0.2 in
Headroom, Row 2 0.0 in 36.5 in -36.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 0.0 in 49.3 in -49.3 in
Legroom, Row 2 0.0 in 31.9 in -31.9 in
Total Legroom 41.6 in (over 1 rows) 73.7 in (over 2 rows) -32.1 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 9.9 ft3 9.0 ft3 0.9 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 9.9 ft3 12.2 ft3 -2.3 ft3

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2012 BMW 3-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearComment
2012 Another surprising strength for the new BMW 3-Series. There's more room in back than in competing cars, and the seat is comfortably positioned and shaped. see full BMW 3-Series review
 

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