2009 BMW 330 vs. 1972 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,996 cc, 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 911. (190 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 911.
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, 2009 BMW 330 (315 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 911. (217 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 1972 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 330 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2341 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
