2005 BMW 325 vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 325 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche 911 weights approximately 61 kg more than 2005 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 325 | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 325 | 911 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4465 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1311 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 67 L |