Ive owned the new z4 for the last 6 months, cant fault it in any way Try it for yourself you won't be disappointed, the trouble is everyone wants to own a Porsche period

Basically how every comparison against Porsche goes. This car is SO GOOD, but Porsche is still better. Man I love Porsche.

The all black trim and grill looks so good on the BMW.

Nice review guys. I’m old enough to want the Z4, but young enough to want the Porsche. Out of the Porsche, I may never grow. It is and always has been the ultimate driver’s experience.

Good review and as a Porsche and BMW owner, I have to go with the Boxter.

Brilliant review and comparison. Excellent job guys!

Love referencing your guys’ vids when I’m shopping. Such a nice treat going back to the well.

“I don’t want to hear it crackle” boxster sounds like a refined jdm can’t wait to drive one and hear that

Thank you both for the Amazing comparison between these two driving machines !

Great comparison and love that you guys picked the base models! bravo!

The Z4 for me. It looks better, the trunk is larger, for the same price it´s much better equipped and the maintenance costs are lower. All things an EverydayDriver (in the meaning of the word) should also think about, not only that it´s more fun in the Porsche in the mountain on a curvy road with speed limits.

Nice review! But considering the price, I think it would be more reasonable to compare Boxster 718 with Z4 M40i: - Boxster 718 - 300hp, 0-60 in 4.9 seconds, $62,600 (base price) - Z4 M40i - 382hp, 0-60 in 3.9 seconds, $63,700 (base price)

I love this channel. You're always very good. Big Props. Luv and Peace.

You guys and Throttle House is all we need on youtube. Really enjoyed your videos!

You can get a base-ish 6 cylinder z4 for the price of your 4 cylinder tester. I'd take that all day. You dont get the flat 6 in the Boxster until $95k... but once you do, it's one of the best cars, like, ever made

I just got a low miles 718 Boxster I LOVE this car so much, no way was I going to go for a discontinuing Z4 or Audi TT, i cant even think of life without my Porsche its just brilliant

I love your channel. There's so much chemistry between you guys, totally different personalities, but so complementary...

As someone who has owned both, and spefically for a daily, I have to give it to the Z4. There is just more creature comforts and the extra money spent on the boxter really didn't seem worth it. Also oddly enough when I had a 2008 Z4 3.0si I recieved a lot more compliments then my 2011 boxter, not that thats important but I always thought it was kinda funny. I wanted to like the boxter better, everyone said it was better, but for me the Z4 just felt like home, can't explain it.

I love the stuff you guys do, and that includes this comparison piece. That said, it’s a shame you guys weren’t able to find a Z4 M40i as that BMW is more closely matched for price and even acceleration to the Boxster (because the Boxster has more grip due to the mid-engined layout of course). ‘21 Porsche 718 Boxster: $62,000 ‘21 BMW Z4 30i: $49,700 ‘21 BMW Z4 M40i: $63,700 Claimed 0-60: ‘21 Porsche 718 Boxster (PDK & Sport Chrono): 4.5 Seconds ‘21 BMW Z4 30i: 5.2 Seconds ‘21 BMW Z4 M40i: 3.9 Seconds Side note: due to Porsche’s conservative estimates we can assume the Boxster does 0-60 in closer to 4.2 seconds. Would the Boxster still have won? Probably, especially since it has a manual option. But hey, at least the Z4 would’ve been able to put up a better fight 🤷‍♂️

Fantasic review. My favorite thing you have done in maybe a year. Part might be the cars.. not cheap but reasonable compared to other cars and so happy the porsche has a manual. Todd, i do give extra points for the third pedal..a lot of points. It makes me happy being involved with the driving feel. I wish the cars were 6 cyl.. mostly for the sound. They seem to have enough power to compare to a classic 911. The mid engine and manual trans just make me happy to be alive.. less screens.. less electronics.. more pure fun. Todd , i agree the crackle is not my thing either..

That new turbo 4pot on the 718 is a seriously underrated motor. 👏

I'd take the Boxster every day of the week!

Some of those outside shots look really good

Fun Review! Love both cars!!!!!

I have a 2003 bmw Z4, 3.0 6 speed manual. Black on black with the M suspension. I love that car. Oh yeah, it's pushing 200,000 miles.

Great video. Agree completely with the conclusion. I have the Z4 30i with all the options as that suits my driving needs so I made the right choice for me. It gets a lot of great comments and turns heads more than the Porsche which is a bonus and it’s fun to drive.

I have to go with the Porsche I love every minute of mine!

SPECTACULAR footage. This channel is some of my favorite automotive content on KZfaq right now.

Great content as usual

My BMW M3 is my daily driver, but my Porsche is my passion car. Great review guys!

Awesome video guys 👏

Great video as expected from you guys! I'm saving up for a used 718 Cayman T right now. Hopefully I find one in the next year to secure my analog sportscar 🙏 Greetings from Germany 👍

Scenery is stunning!

Another great video!

Great review as always! Hard to beat a manual Porsche 🤔 would love to drive one someday

I honestly wouldn't be able to justify $60k+ for a 4cyl. Nothing against 4 cyl cars, I have a miata and a Focus ST. However, for that money, I want the sound and specialty of a 6 cylinder

Still have my '06 Boxster base and love bringing it out for top down drives in the TX hill country. Love the show guys.

Great review. Only wish is a cargo storage comparison on both vehicles.

Do you guys ever mention which roads you perform some of these shoots on? I'm often amazed by how gorgeous the landscape is for many of your videos. Thanks for sharing your great content!

+1. Good call gent's! .. The mid-engine Porsche Boxster/Cayman chassis is very hard to argue with. . "Porsche there is no substitute" .. My ordered new '98 Carrera S (993) goes to the grave with me ..... great presentation gent's!

This car ( Z4 )is so beautiful and so balanced and easy to live with. The proportions are sooooo right. I almost purchased the 4 cylinder used but I think I am going to pay the extra and get myself a new one and go for the colour combination I want . I just can’t get this car out my mind after I drove it with my wife’s hair in the wind with the top up and the the feel of the wind with the top up. However I don’t like to be the centre of attraction - with the top up - you feel too many eyes on you and you wonder if they hate you for driving such a car.

Really well done presentation. As fair as I can imagine possible. Now, if only Porsche would steal away BMW's body designer, I mean, *_...that front end!_*

As someone who actually has a 2019 Z4 I’ll take the Z any day for a daily driver. In comfort control the car is not stiff and in sport I’ll take on a boxer any time. Just sold the 2019 and now getting the 2021 in red.

Great stuff guys, thanks!

I’m sorry but I just can’t get behind the flat 4 in the Porsche 🙁 I love the car but the sixes sound sooooo much better.

The Boxster’s plain steering wheel is enough to win me over.

The scenery and cinamography 👍👍

Great job on the comparison, both of those cars look great. Technically they usually get faster and more luxurious but that don't make them more fun. Not to mention I would never spend 60k+ on a 4 banger turbo sports car no matter how much power it made. I drive a 2011 base Boxster, manual trans, with hydraulic steering and wouldn't change it for the newer cars. It is a therapeutic analog experience that will be lost especially to the younger generation's just getting into cars.

Where was this shot? The roads look amazing.

The weight distribution in the porsche does it for me. The engine being right behind you gives it a near perfect balance

The boxster 718 was my initial buy but i chose the Z4 mainly for the fresher exterior look as well as newer interior. However, personally, i think the porsche cars hv long lasting looks and value.

Great video !

The 6 manual transmission Seals the deal.

Don't like the crackle? But we love the crackle...

Porsche started as a 4 cylinder. The 356, 550 Spyder, 912,914. This 918 Boxter 2.0 has its place in the current lineup. It doesn’t sound terrible. It’s just different than a flat six. Long term, it’s going to be more reliable and that is something to consider.

Most reviewers never mention the service schedule and maintenance costs for the Porsche ($$$). It must be part of the calculation of ownership.

Old slogan ”Porsche there is no substitute” still reminding us who is the King of the road😏... Nice try though BMW Great review. You guys are the best. Thanks ☺️

Great review from a strict sport's car perspective, but I think there is a bigger picture review that could be done. For instance, there are items that could be measured or compared in each model that someone would find just as/ or more valuable than steerage, weight of the vehicle, horsepower, etc.. Trunk/storage space, model option for price, infotainment system are just a few things I would have liked to see compared.

More great scenery...and cars!!

LOVE THIS CHANNEL

I have the M40i version, I love it.

I have had the BMW & currently own a Boxster S. Both are great cars to drive but the Boxster is considerably better. It handles like nothing else. 👍

Had a 987s, then a F-type S and now a 718s. The 718 may be a 4cyl but it is the best car by far. Power is immense and nothing handles as well.

Yes but I daily my Z4 and go grand touring in it. It's more comfortable without a doubt. Change the review point of view to a grand tour of America and you'd see a different conclusion When i want to have fun I'll go in the Miata. But I would dread going long distances in it. The reason Porsche wins every review is that it's a review conducted in a day in some canyon pass.

I totally disagree with the presenters: BMW is better - multimedia Z4 - high quality materials Z4 - noise from the road Z4 - silence with a closed roof - lower landing - more space for small things and a phone - behind the seats there is a storage space - in the Z4 4.0 adaptive suspension and locking differential 340 hp - drift mode - a larger trunk and it is possible to take skis - optics shine better - cheaper price - cheaper service Porsche lecshe - management in the mountains, but less fun - more classic silhouette - the choice of mechanics but the porsche has a very very old interior I chose Z4 4.0 - and am very pleased with the choice I wanted a Porsche, but I liked it much less

I celebrate progress, and I'm happy for drivers with $60k, but I might as well be watching a Sci Fi movie. I'm content with my 00 2.7L 986 and 01 3.0L Z3. My ears perked up when Todd said the Z4 rose up around him and he felt low in the car. One of the things I like about my Z3 is how low the doors and dash are, and how it (not the Miata) is the closest copy of the British sport car experience. You can hang your elbow (down) over the door, and look ahead over that long hood.

Owning a 981.2 with 6 cylinder NA engine, I would say driving the Porsche is not like just driving a sport car. To me, it feels like you ride on a legend.

One of my sons has a 2010 911, but previously had an M3. He highly recommends the 718 (or G4 really), but with the options I want in a car, it's over $100K so it's out for me. I'm old, and the Z4 M40i is the best option for me. I have an old 2006 SLK350 that I've had for almost 13 years, and considering getting a new car. The Z4 is the ONLY car that I have seen that even comes close to what I want. Different strokes. If I want to carve some canyons, I have a '07 VFR800 that does that really well. Having a cage in the canyons is not as exciting as the bike IMO.

I'm more of the Porsche Cayman, I also thought the Boxter was canceled. Nice Canyon Roads and spectacular forest ⛰🏞⛰🏎🏁🙋👌

I enjoyed this comparison video very much; I rented a Gen 2 Z4 in Germany a few years ago and found it to be a really nice grand touring car but still pretty good off the Autobahn on the twisties. However, unless you have drunk very deeply of the German Koolaid (and I am a BMW sedan owner) or absolutely must have a manual transmission, I don't see how either of these cars is very competitive in the North American market compared to a C8 Corvette. The 1LT version of that car is priced in this region--well, actually quite a bit cheaper than this stripped Porsche with the antiquated interior. The Z4 never sold well so no surprise it will disappear but Porsche's pricing is ridiculous if you want to go up market for the 6 cylinder Boxster.

Perfect video to watch on my day off before takin the 1le out for a spin

Can't wait for you two to drive the manual Z4

I have the Z4 20i with a tuning box fitted running at 270bhp which is actually more than the 30i puts out, not bad for 300 pounds. Cracking car, Alpine White with Magma red seats and upgraded wheels.

BMW has an excellent 👌 sports coupes and cabriolets in the the Mini Cooper's. They have a massive market there so they don't need a Z4. Maybe BMW will revive the Z5 electric. But every 'Porsche' is a hero ❤ 🏎. Great relevant car 🚗 review.

Hard to beat the mid-engine layout. I have a 1M in my garage, but I DD my Cayman 981S because it's just balanced so well.

When I was looking for a two seater, I was looking at the E89 Z4 compared to the Mercedes SLK and fell in love with the looks of the E89. I bought the SDrive35i and love it. I think that is the comparison, not against a Boxster. I think it would be Boxster vs TT.

I have a 718 Boxster, red, manual. Nothing makes me feel so good :) Oh, and it has 2 trunks. Road trip!!

Thank you

This is why all Porsche sports cars need Sport Chrono. Gets rid of all the crackles and pops from the exhaust and makes things even more aggressive than the regular Sport mode. Of course you could probably get a tune to do something similar but I do like what you get from the factory with the Sport Chrono pack.

11:21 Paul could feel the audience's eyes glazing over 🤣

had a boxter for the money and mine was five years old 5,000 UK pounds - it was very good in every aspect, servicing porsche dealer expensive but many specialists - in two years besides tyres only bought a battery - bought the porsche battery and it cost 200 pounds plus VAT .. if you buy one goodness have somebody who knows what they are doing to check it first .. if its good it is very good .. if a bad one it costs quite a lot to replace parts ..

718 Boxster S is just one amazing beautiful Porsche and affordable too~!

I love my Cayman T''s crackles especially now with the windows open! Plus the turbo sound.

I own a 981 and an m2 lci. Bmws are fantastic but the gap between it and the cayman is way more than you make it out (in this video and your other comparison). Porsche chassis and steering is miles better than bmw's. That and the sound (at least the flat 6) is also way better than the inline 6. Love Bmws but porsche is on another level entirely.

I had a 06 z4m roadster for a year that I sold on February. it was my first BMW/convertible and I loved it. plenty of power and a blast to drive. I now want another roadster and have now been considering an 06-09 boxster s manual or an r171 slk 55 amg. or even another z4m. thoughts?

What year is the bmw? Loved the video!

I like the crackle!

On the z4 is the front vents behind the wheels functional like the GR86?

Am i tripping or did you guys say there were only 3 generations of z4 and forget about the actual 3rd gen with the hardtop? either way, great video

The porsche!! Always the porsche!!!

"that turbo lag is not a detriment, its a delight!" - can't be more than bias than that.

C8 Corvette vs the Porsche 718 please. The Corvette would win any performance metric (unless you go for the top trim GT4) but the Porsche is more analog, so it would be interesting to see which one you would choose and how they stack up against each other.

This channel is called EverydayDriver" but they choose the Boxster if you are carving a deserted (probably blocked off) canyon road on a perfect day. For an everyday driver that can still handle the elements, has a nice sound without the stupid pimple-face teenager pops and crackles and still provides at least close to the same canyon carving performance for the twice a month experience, plus is $3000 cheaper the BMW is the clear winner. I would like to see these cars on the Nurburgring in the hands of some race drivers and see how well the BMW does with 50 less hp. My guess is the Porsche would not look quite so stellar.

i saw the new z4 , nice looking

986 love driving it Columbia River Gorge waterfalls wind and kite surfers Boxster just pleasure drive 126,000 miles going strong.

I own a Cayman GTS for 2 years and it’s just intoxicating. It’s like an extension of all your sensations. I think the 2.5l turbo is punchy enough and as it’s not as linear as a NA 4.0 it’s actually more demanding on the throttle control. The bimmer inline 6 is a true gem to be honest but MR layout with a tough yet compliant chassis and suspension just makes the 718 the ultimate driving machine.

No surprise there. Same as it always been since their introduction

When it comes to Sports/Drivers Cars Porsches are just very very very hard to beat.

New z4 is so beautiful 😍🥰😘

Great review. Just a reflection: The word modern is tossed around alot in this video in terms of looks (looks modern) but what does it actually mean? I suspect they mean new or updated, cause that's what most people mean when they say modern. It's the most pointless expression however. A 20 year old Porsche 911 can look contemporary today cause most sports cars of our time are inspired by quite old design languages that has timeless qualities. The Z4 is no exception to this. A chair from the 30's can look almost futuristic today and many new items molded from designs of today are copies of the past. I've heard people say "oh it looks so modern" when they are describing something as new cause they think its produced today - but when they hear it's actually an exact re-production from 1924 they are surprised. So "modern" isn't a word that covers anything when it comes to design and visual aspects really. If something is new it's new and nothing more or less. It's the latest model but it's not "modern" if by that you mean new. Tomorrow it's old.