1971 BMW 2002 vs. 1990 Porsche 911
To start off, 1990 Porsche 911 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW 2002. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW 2002 would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1971 BMW 2002. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW 2002.
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, 1990 Porsche 911 (286 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW 2002. (197 Nm). This means 1990 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW 2002.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW 2002 | 1990 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 2002 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1260 mm |
