2005 Porsche 911 vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,594 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (320 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2010 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 325.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 325. (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche 911 | 2010 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Porsche | BMW |
| Model | 911 | 325 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3594 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 280 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
