2000 BMW 328 vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 328. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 328 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (408 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2000 BMW 328. (201 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 328 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2011 Porsche 911.
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, 2011 Porsche 911 (420 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 328. (279 Nm). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 328 | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 328 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 408 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2350 mm |
