1997 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 911 (424 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 2012 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 118 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 Porsche 911 (530 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 118. (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Porsche 911 | 2012 BMW 118 | |
Make | Porsche | BMW |
Model | 911 | 118 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 424 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 51 L |