2000 Porsche Carrera GT vs. 2009 BMW 320
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Porsche Carrera GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Porsche Carrera GT would be higher. At 5,500 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT (549 HP) has 401 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 320 weights approximately 240 kg more than 2000 Porsche Carrera GT.
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, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT (600 Nm) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (330 Nm). This means 2000 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 320. 2009 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 2000 Porsche Carrera GT has manual transmission. 2000 Porsche Carrera GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Porsche Carrera GT | 2009 BMW 320 | |
Make | Porsche | BMW |
Model | Carrera GT | 320 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5500 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 549 HP | 148 HP |
Torque | 600 Nm | 330 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 90 mm |
Top Speed | 330 km/hour | 221 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 63 L |