Question 1

Which is faster, Porsche 718 Boxter or BMW 5 E39?

Accepted Answer

Both cars have similar quarter mile times based on our data.

Question 2

What is the 0-60 difference between 718 Boxter and 5 E39?

Accepted Answer

The Porsche 718 Boxter 2026 does 0-60 mph in 4.30 seconds, while the BMW 5 E39 2003 achieves it in 4.80 seconds. The 718 Boxter is quicker off the line.

Question 3

How do these cars compare when tuned?

Accepted Answer

Both the 718 Boxter and 5 E39 respond well to modifications. Visit the individual car pages to see Stage 1 and Stage 2 performance data and how tuning affects this comparison.

Metric	Porsche 718 Boxter	BMW 5 E39	Winner
1/4 Mile	13.10s	13.10s	Tie
0-60 MPH	4.30s	4.80s	718 Boxter
0-100 KM/H	4.50s	5.00s	718 Boxter
Trap Speed	176 km/h	173 km/h	718 Boxter
Horsepower	310 HP	394 HP	5 E39
Torque	400 Nm	500 Nm	5 E39
Weight	1410 kg	1795 kg	718 Boxter
Drivetrain	RWD	RWD	-

Porsche 718 Boxter 2026 vs BMW 5 E39 2003

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