2009 BMW 335 vs. 1992 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,594 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2009 BMW 335. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 335.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Porsche 911 (520 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1992 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 335 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3594 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 78 L |
