1998 BMW 320 vs. 1973 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 BMW 320 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Porsche 911 (208 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1998 BMW 320. (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 320 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1973 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Porsche 911 (260 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 320. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1973 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 320 | 1973 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 320 | 911 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1973 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2280 mm |