2008 BMW 330 vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 330 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (408 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2008 BMW 330. (202 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 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 360 kg more than 2011 Porsche 911.
Because 2008 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 330. (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 330 | 911 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 408 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 67 L |