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For those who are looking to purchase a new car, there are many factors for you to consider. There are two amazing cars on the market right now that you might have heard about. They are the 2022 Porsche 718 Boxster and the 2022 BMW Z4. People find it hard to decide between the two because there are so many good points for the both of them. Read on to determine for yourself which car is the better choice for you!
Design & Style
The Porsche 718 Boxster may be easier to handle, more efficient and accelerate better. This is because it weighs around 200 to 250 pounds less than the BMW Z4. The Porsche 718 Boxster has 0.8 inches more front legroom and 0.4 inches more front headroom than the BMW Z4. This gives you more space and comfort while driving. The 718 Boxster’s trunk can be opened by simply placing your hand near the emblem on the trunk, making it easier for you to load groceries and cargo. The Z4 does not come with a hands-free gesture for you to open the trunk, so you will need to put your cargo down if your hands are full.
Technology & Safety
Both the Porsche 718 Boxster and the BMW Z4 have standard driver and passenger frontal airbags, side-impact airbags and knee air-bags. The Porsche 718 Boxster has standard head airbag curtains which function as a barrier between the driver and passenger’s bodies and the pillar and windows. Together with the lower side airbags and high strength steel door beams, this system allows for increased head protection in the case of broadside collisions. Meanwhile the BMW Z4 does not offer side airbags protection for your head. Both cars also have traction control, rearview cameras, electronic stability systems, blind spot warning systems and crash mitigating brakes. It has also been found that Porsche vehicles are ranked higher in reliability than BMW vehicles.
Performance
The Porsche 718 Boxster comes with more powerful engines than the BMW Z4. The 718 Boxster 2.0 turbo 4-cylinder has a horsepower of 300. The 718 Boxster S 2.5 turbo 4-cylinder has a horsepower of 350. The boxer engine in the 718 Boxster has a flat cylinder configuration which lowers its center of gravity, so the handling stability is enhanced. The Z4 does not have a boxer engine configuration.
The Bottom Line
Both the Porsche 718 Boxster and the BMW Z4 are recommended based on their safety, reliability and performance. As covered, the Porsche 718 Boxster offers you greater power for a fast drive. If you are a driver who loves speed, this is the car for you. The Porsche 718 Boxster is a classic vehicle that will surely give you an excellent driving experience.
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If you are in the market for a 2022 Porsche 718 Boxster, come take a look at our showroom. Here at Porsche Huntington, you will see that we are not like any other dealerships you have worked with. We pride ourselves on our technology, exclusivity, and the finest workmanship. The next time you are in the market to purchase a new car or need servicing on your Porsche, visit Porsche Huntington. You’ll be glad you did.