2005 BMW 330 vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 330 would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2007 Porsche 911.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 (420 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche 911. (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 330 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 288 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 67 L |
