1965 Porsche 904 vs. 2007 BMW 318
To start off, 2007 BMW 318 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Porsche 904. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Porsche 904 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Porsche 904 (177 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2007 BMW 318. (128 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Porsche 904 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 318 weights approximately 736 kg more than 1965 Porsche 904.
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. 2007 BMW 318 has automatic transmission and 1965 Porsche 904 has manual transmission. 1965 Porsche 904 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 318 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Porsche 904 | 2007 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Porsche | BMW |
| Model | 904 | 318 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1966 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 699 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 63 L |
