2007 BMW 330 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 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayman (265 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2007 BMW 330. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 385 kg more than 2012 Porsche Cayman.
Because 2007 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Porsche Cayman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 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 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche Cayman. (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche Cayman.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 330 | 2012 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 330 | Cayman |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1303 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2416 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |