1994 BMW 854 vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 854. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 854 would be higher. At 5,378 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 BMW 854 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 854 (323 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2001 Porsche 911. (316 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 854 should accelerate faster than 2001 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 854 weights approximately 340 kg more than 2001 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 BMW 854. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1994 BMW 854 (490 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Porsche 911. (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 854 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW 854 | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 854 | 911 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5378 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 323 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 371 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 82.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2360 mm |