2008 BMW 335 vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 335 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (523 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 2008 BMW 335. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 335. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche 911 weights approximately 63 kg more than 2008 BMW 335. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 335. (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 335 | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 335 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 523 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.8 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 315 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 3.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1588 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4477 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2350 mm |
