2008 BMW 330 vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 4 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2008 BMW 330. (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2008 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 330 | 911 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1311 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 67 L |