1998 BMW 323 vs. 1991 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 BMW 323 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 60 more horse power than 1998 BMW 323. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 323 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1991 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 323. (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 323 | 1991 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 323 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1260 mm |
