2005 BMW 330 vs. 1997 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 911 (520 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Porsche 911 (685 Nm) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (300 Nm). This means 1997 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 1997 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 330 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 520 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 685 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2270 mm |
