1972 BMW 2002 vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW 2002. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW 2002 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (537 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 437 more horse power than 1972 BMW 2002. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW 2002. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 911 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1972 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (600 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW 2002. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW 2002.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW 2002 | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 2002 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 537 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 100 L |
