1999 BMW 330 vs. 2005 Porsche 996
To start off, 2005 Porsche 996 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 330 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 996 (315 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1999 BMW 330. (183 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 330 weights approximately 205 kg more than 2005 Porsche 996.
Because 1999 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Porsche 996. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 BMW 330 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, 2005 Porsche 996 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 330. (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 330 | 2005 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 330 | 996 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 64 L |
