1968 BMW 2002 vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 2002. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 2002 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 220 more horse power than 1968 BMW 2002. (130 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 2002. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 504 kg more than 1968 BMW 2002. 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 2002. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 2002. 2009 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1968 BMW 2002 has manual transmission. 1968 BMW 2002 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 2002 | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 2002 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 64 L |
