2007 BMW 320 vs. 2012 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayman is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 320 would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayman (330 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2007 BMW 320. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 320 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2012 Porsche Cayman.
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 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 320. (331 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 320. 2007 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 2012 Porsche Cayman has manual transmission. 2012 Porsche Cayman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 320 | 2012 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 320 | Cayman |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4346 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1306 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2416 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |