2008 BMW 330 vs. 2012 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayman 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 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayman (330 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2008 BMW 330. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 421 kg more than 2012 Porsche Cayman.
Because 2008 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Porsche Cayman. 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, 2008 BMW 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche Cayman. (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche Cayman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 2012 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 330 | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4346 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 64 L |
