2005 BMW 325 vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 8 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 114 kg more than 2013 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 325 | 911 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4491 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1978 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1303 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2450 mm |