2006 BMW 325 vs. 2003 Porsche 996
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Porsche 996 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2006 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 325. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 2003 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 325 | 996 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 3596 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2360 mm |
