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BMW Z4 Vs. Porsche 718 Boxster
When it comes to attainable German convertibles, you currently only have two choices
The 718 Boxster starts at $74,900, making it the most affordable Porsche sports car
However, there is another German Roadster that might offer a bigger bang for the buck
The BMW Z4 M40 Roadster costs similar money to the entry-level 718 Boxster
The base-model 718 Boxster offers a 2.0-liter flat-four engine producing 296 hp and 280 lb-ft
The BMW Z4 M40i packs one of the most tuner-friendly inline-six engines - the B58
It packs 382 hp and 369 lb-ft, but apparently, these numbers are underreported
The six-cylinder Z4 M40i also starts at $66,450
Porsche's 718 retaliates by being over 500 pounds lighter and more agile than the Z4
However, the base Porsche Boxster cannot be had with a manual
The 718's PDK transmission is one of the best DCT automatics in the business, and contributes to a 4.5-second 0-60 mph time
The ZF 8-speed in the Z4 is one of the best traditional automatics, but you can also opt for a 6-speed manual
Swipe up to read more about how these German convertibles compare.