2007 BMW 328 vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, both 2007 BMW 328 and 2007 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (356 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2007 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 328 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2007 Porsche 911.
Because 2007 BMW 328 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 328 | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 328 | 911 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 356 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.4:1 |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 293 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1455 kg |