2003 BMW 330 vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 330 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (473 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 2003 BMW 330. (184 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 330 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2008 Porsche 911.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 330. (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 330 | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 330 | 911 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 473 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 67 L |