1963 BMW 1800 vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 BMW 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 BMW 1800 would be higher. At 3,823 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1963 BMW 1800. (90 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1963 BMW 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1963 BMW 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 1800. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1963 BMW 1800 | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 1800 | 911 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1766 cc | 3823 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 11.8:1 |
Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 293 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 64 L |