1998 BMW 320 vs. 1991 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 BMW 320 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1998 BMW 320. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 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 275 kg more than 1991 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 320. (281 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1991 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 | 1991 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 320 | 911 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1991 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1951 cc | 3163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1260 mm |