1999 Porsche 996 vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Porsche 996 would be higher. At 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche 996 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2011 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 325.
Because 1999 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 996 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, 1999 Porsche 996 (357 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 325. (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1999 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Porsche 996 | 2011 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Porsche | BMW |
| Model | 996 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3387 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2770 mm |
