2009 BMW 330 vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (443 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2009 BMW 330. (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Porsche 911 (583 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 330. (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 330 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3600 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 443 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 583 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 296 km/hour |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 92 L |
