2005 Porsche 996 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 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche 996 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2012 BMW 320. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 320.
Because 2005 Porsche 996 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 996 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, 2012 BMW 320 (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche 996. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche 996.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Porsche 996 | 2012 BMW 320 | |
Make | Porsche | BMW |
Model | 996 | 320 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3596 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
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 |