2003 BMW 325 vs. 2005 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2005 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 325 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 412 more horse power than 2003 BMW 325. (192 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 325 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2005 Porsche Carrera GT.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Porsche Carrera GT (590 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 325 | 2005 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 325 | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 3.9 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 18 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 92 L |
