2003 BMW 325 vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2003 BMW 325 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2003 BMW 325. (192 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 911 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2003 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Porsche 911 (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 325. 2001 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2003 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2003 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 325 | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 325 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 371 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
