1998 BMW 318 vs. 2003 Porsche 911
To start off, 2003 Porsche 911 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 318 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche 911 (340 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1998 BMW 318. (90 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche 911 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1998 BMW 318. 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, 2003 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 318. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 318 | 2003 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 318 | 911 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1665 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 82.8 mm |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 290 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.9 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |