2005 BMW 330 vs. 2003 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche 911 (443 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche 911 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2005 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Porsche 911 (621 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 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 | 2003 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 330 | 911 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 443 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 621 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76.4 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |