1987 BMW 318 vs. 1993 Porsche 911
To start off, 1993 Porsche 911 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW 318 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 911 (272 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1987 BMW 318. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1987 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 911 weights approximately 454 kg more than 1987 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 BMW 318. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 Porsche 911 (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 BMW 318. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
1987 BMW 318 | 1993 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 318 | 911 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1993 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 272 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 100.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 76.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2280 mm |