2011 Porsche Cayman vs. 2009 BMW 330
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayman is newer by 2 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 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Cayman (330 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2009 BMW 330. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 330 weights approximately 480 kg more than 2011 Porsche Cayman.
Because 2009 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Porsche Cayman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 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, 2009 BMW 330 (501 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Porsche Cayman. (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Porsche Cayman. 2009 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 2011 Porsche Cayman has manual transmission. 2011 Porsche Cayman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Porsche Cayman | 2009 BMW 330 | |
Make | Porsche | BMW |
Model | Cayman | 330 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3400 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 501 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4346 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1801 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1285 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2416 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 61 L |