1992 Porsche 911 vs. 2013 BMW X1
To start off, 2013 BMW X1 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X1 (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1992 Porsche 911. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X1 should accelerate faster than 1992 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X1 weights approximately 515 kg more than 1992 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 BMW X1 (350 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Porsche 911 | 2013 BMW X1 | |
| Make | Porsche | BMW |
| Model | 911 | X1 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3163 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4484 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2044 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1545 mm |
