2005 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 BMW 320
To start off, 2012 BMW 320 is newer by 7 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (445 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 2012 BMW 320. (182 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2012 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 320. 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 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 320. (270 Nm @ 1250 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Porsche 911 | 2012 BMW 320 | |
Make | Porsche | BMW |
Model | 911 | 320 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 445 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 307 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.2 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1429 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 57 L |