1987 Porsche 911 vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1987 Porsche 911. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 1987 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 473 kg more than 1987 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 3 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Porsche 911. 2013 BMW 3 Series has automatic transmission and 1987 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1987 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 3 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Porsche 911 | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
| Make | Porsche | BMW |
| Model | 911 | 3 Series |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3164 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1683 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1434 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
