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 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (537 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 2009 BMW 330. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 330 weights approximately 505 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911.
Because 2009 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (600 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 330. (301 Nm @ 2500 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 | Middle |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 537 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 74.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 310 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 3.7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |