2003 BMW 325 vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 7 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (450 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 2003 BMW 325. (192 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 325 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2010 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Porsche 911 (429 Nm @ 6750 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 325 | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 325 | 911 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 450 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7900 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 429 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4491 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.3 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 67 L |