1983 BMW 320 vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW 320 would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (356 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1983 BMW 320. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1983 BMW 320. 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 320. (171 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
1983 BMW 320 | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 320 | 911 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 356 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |