2006 BMW 325 vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (315 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2006 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 325 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 325. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 325. 2001 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 325 | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 325 | 911 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82.8 mm |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 5.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |