2007 BMW 325 vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (415 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2007 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 215 kg more than 2007 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Porsche 911 (563 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 325 | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 325 | 911 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 415 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 563 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 76 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 305 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 4.6 seconds |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |