2009 BMW 330 vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 330 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (493 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 2009 BMW 330. (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Porsche 911 (649 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 330. (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 330 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3800 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 312 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 3.7 seconds |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2350 mm |
