1992 Porsche 911 vs. 2008 BMW 330
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1992 Porsche 911. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1992 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1992 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Porsche 911 | 2008 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Porsche | BMW |
| Model | 911 | 330 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3163 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1430 mm |
