1995 Porsche 911 vs. 2013 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 1 Series is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 1 Series weights approximately 185 kg more than 1995 Porsche 911.
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, 1995 Porsche 911 (909 Nm) has 638 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 1 Series. (271 Nm). This means 1995 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 1 Series.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Porsche 911 | 2013 BMW 1 Series | |
| Make | Porsche | BMW |
| Model | 911 | 1 Series |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 227 HP |
| Torque | 909 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Top Speed | 325 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4373 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1919 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1411 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |
