2008 Porsche 911 vs. 2007 BMW 330
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 330 would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2007 BMW 330. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 380 kg more than 2008 Porsche 911.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2007 BMW 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Porsche 911. (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Porsche 911. 2007 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 2008 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2008 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Porsche 911 | 2007 BMW 330 | |
Make | Porsche | BMW |
Model | 911 | 330 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3824 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 6.7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 61 L |