1998 BMW 323 vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 323 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (395 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1998 BMW 323. (169 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 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 35 kg more than 2013 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (441 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 323. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 323 | 911 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 77 mm |
Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 304 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4491 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1978 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1295 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2450 mm |