2005 BMW 330 vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 4 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 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (409 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 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 80 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
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, 2009 Porsche 911 (405 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330. 2005 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 2009 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2009 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 330 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 409 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 405 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 310 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 4.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 67 L |
