2007 BMW 335 vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 335 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2007 BMW 335. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 335.
Because 2007 BMW 335 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 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 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche 911. (390 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche 911. 2013 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 335 | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 335 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4491 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1978 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1299 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
