2000 BMW 323 vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 323 would be higher. At 3,595 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 323 (326 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Porsche 911. (316 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 2005 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 323 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 911 (370 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 323. (245 Nm). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 323 | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 323 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
