2006 BMW 330 vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 BMW 330 is newer by 1 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2006 BMW 330. (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 305 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911.
Because 2006 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 330 | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 330 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 293 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1380 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 13.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
