2009 BMW 335 vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2009 BMW 335. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 335.
Because 2004 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 335. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2004 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 | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 335 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
