1994 Porsche 911 vs. 2010 BMW 330
To start off, 2010 BMW 330 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 330 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1994 Porsche 911. (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1994 Porsche 911.
Because 1994 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 BMW 330 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Porsche 911. (316 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Porsche 911 | 2010 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Porsche | BMW |
| Model | 911 | 330 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1384 mm |
