1995 BMW 316 vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 316 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (315 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1995 BMW 316. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 911 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1995 BMW 316. 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, 2001 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 316. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
1995 BMW 316 | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 316 | 911 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |