2004 BMW 325 vs. 2005 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2005 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 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 420 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 215 kg more than 2005 Porsche Carrera GT.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Porsche Carrera GT (590 Nm) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2005 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 2005 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 325 | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 18 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 92 L |
