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 @ 6250 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 350 kg more than 2001 Porsche 911.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 120 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.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 325 | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 325 | 911 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3001 cc | 3596 cc |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 371 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 82.8 mm |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 64 L |