2007 BMW 335 vs. 1989 Porsche 911

To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1989 Porsche 911. (247 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1989 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 335 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1989 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Porsche 911. (317 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Porsche 911.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW 335 1989 Porsche 911
Make BMW Porsche
Model 335 911
Year Released 2007 1989
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 2979 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 302 HP 247 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6100 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 317 Nm
Torque RPM 1300 RPM 4800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1525 kg 1335 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 4260 mm
Vehicle Width 1380 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1790 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2410 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.8 L/100km 9.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 77 L


 

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