2007 BMW 320 vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 320 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (435 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 2007 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 320.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Porsche 911 (429 Nm @ 6250 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 320 | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 320 | 911 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 435 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 429 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4465 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2355 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 67 L |