2004 Porsche 911 vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche 911 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 (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2013 BMW 3 Series. (296 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 3 Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 463 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 BMW 3 Series (407 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche 911. (370 Nm). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Porsche 911 | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
Make | Porsche | BMW |
Model | 911 | 3 Series |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3589 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 407 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.2 :1 |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1342 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1395 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 61 L |