2004 Porsche 911 vs. 2003 BMW 330
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 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 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2003 BMW 330. (189 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 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 58 kg more than 2004 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, 2003 BMW 330 (400 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche 911. (370 Nm). This means 2003 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche 911 | 2003 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Porsche | BMW |
| Model | 911 | 330 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 63 L |
