2006 Porsche Cayman vs. 2012 BMW 325
To start off, 2012 BMW 325 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Porsche Cayman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Porsche Cayman would be higher. At 3,392 cc, 2006 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Cayman (295 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2012 BMW 325. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 325.
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, 2012 BMW 325 (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche Cayman. (340 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche Cayman.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Porsche Cayman | 2012 BMW 325 | |
Make | Porsche | BMW |
Model | Cayman | 325 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3392 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 57 L |