1995 BMW 317 vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 317. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 317 would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1995 BMW 317. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 317. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1995 BMW 317. 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 317. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 317.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 317 | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 317 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1665 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 11.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2360 mm |
