2003 BMW 325 vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 9 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), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (530 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 338 more horse power than 2003 BMW 325. (192 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 180 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (699 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 454 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 325. 2012 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. 2012 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 325 | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 325 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| 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 | 530 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.3 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 67 L |
