1990 BMW 518 vs. 1961 Porsche 718
To start off, 1990 BMW 518 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Porsche 718. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Porsche 718 would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 BMW 518 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Porsche 718 (146 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1990 BMW 518. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Porsche 718 should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 518. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 518 weights approximately 770 kg more than 1961 Porsche 718.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 518 | 1961 Porsche 718 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 518 | 718 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 52 L |
