2002 BMW 332 vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 332. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 332 would be higher. At 3,822 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2002 BMW 332. (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 332. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 332 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 332. (330 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 332. 2007 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2002 BMW 332 has manual transmission. 2002 BMW 332 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 BMW 332 | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 332 | 911 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 3822 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 11.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |