2007 BMW 335 vs. 1997 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 911 (537 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 2007 BMW 335. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 335. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 335 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1997 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Porsche 911 (600 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 335. (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 335 | 1997 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 335 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 537 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 100 L |
