2008 BMW 325 vs. 2004 Porsche GT2
To start off, 2008 BMW 325 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche GT2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche GT2 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche GT2 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 325 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2004 Porsche GT2.
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, 2004 Porsche GT2 (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche GT2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 325 | 2004 Porsche GT2 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 325 | GT2 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3600 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2360 mm |
