1995 BMW 330 vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 330 would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (481 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1995 BMW 330. (193 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 330.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (624 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 330. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 330 | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 330 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 481 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 76 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
