2008 BMW 330 vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2008 BMW 330. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 330 | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 330 | 911 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 247 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |