2004 BMW 330 vs. 1998 Porsche 993
To start off, 2004 BMW 330 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 993 (395 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2004 BMW 330. (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 993 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2004 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Porsche 993 (542 Nm) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 330. (300 Nm). This means 1998 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 330 | 1998 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 330 | 993 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2280 mm |
