2008 BMW 320 vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (315 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2008 BMW 320. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 320 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 320. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 320 | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 320 | 911 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 5.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 64 L |