2007 BMW 328 vs. 2013 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayman is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 328. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 328 would be higher. At 3,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayman (316 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2007 BMW 328. (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 328.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 2013 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 328 | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4347 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1306 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2415 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
