2008 BMW 330 vs. 1999 Porsche 996
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Porsche 996 would be higher. At 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche 996 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2008 BMW 330. (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1999 Porsche 996.
Because 1999 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 996 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, 1999 Porsche 996 (357 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 1999 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 330 | 996 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2360 mm |
