2008 BMW 320 vs. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche Carrera GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche Carrera GT would be higher. At 5,736 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (605 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 444 more horse power than 2008 BMW 320. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 320 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2004 Porsche Carrera GT.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (591 Nm) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 320. (330 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 320 | 2004 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 320 | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 605 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 591 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 92 L |
