2009 BMW 330 vs. 1995 Porsche 965
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 965. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 965 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 965 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 965 (356 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2009 BMW 330. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 330.
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, 1995 Porsche 965 (530 Nm) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 330. (315 Nm). This means 1995 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 1995 Porsche 965 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 330 | 965 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3600 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 356 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2270 mm |
