2008 BMW 320 vs. 2003 Porsche 996
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Porsche 996 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2008 BMW 320. (149 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche 996 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2008 BMW 320. 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, 2003 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 320 | 2003 Porsche 996 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 320 | 996 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2360 mm |