2007 BMW 328 vs. 2005 Porsche 996
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche 996 would be higher. At 3,594 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2007 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 328.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 2005 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 328 | 996 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
