1994 BMW 518 vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 518. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 518 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 242 more horse power than 1994 BMW 518. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW 518. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1994 BMW 518. 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 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 518. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 518.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW 518 | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 518 | 911 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 356 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 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 | 1160 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2360 mm |