2009 BMW 335 vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 335 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 2009 BMW 335. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 335.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Porsche 911 (650 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 335 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3800 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 67 L |
