2009 Porsche 911 vs. 2007 BMW 325

To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 325 would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2007 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 325.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Porsche 911 2007 BMW 325
Make Porsche BMW
Model 911 325
Year Released 2009 2007
Body Type Coupe Convertible
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 3824 cc 2493 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 350 HP 189 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 245 Nm
Torque RPM 4600 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 280 km/hour 234 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 5.3 seconds 8 seconds
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 4490 mm
Vehicle Width 1310 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1780 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.7 L/100km 9.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 63 L


 

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