2005 BMW 330 vs. 1997 Porsche 993
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 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1997 Porsche 993.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2005 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Porsche 993. (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Porsche 993.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 330 | 1997 Porsche 993 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 330 | 993 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 341 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2280 mm |