2005 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 BMW 325
To start off, 2012 BMW 325 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 3,595 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2012 BMW 325. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 325.
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, 2012 BMW 325 (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche 911. 2005 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Porsche 911 | 2012 BMW 325 | |
Make | Porsche | BMW |
Model | 911 | 325 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3595 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 316 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 57 L |