1998 BMW Pickster vs. 1969 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 BMW Pickster is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW Pickster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW Pickster (317 HP) has 161 more horse power than 1969 Porsche 911. (156 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW Pickster should accelerate faster than 1969 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, 1998 BMW Pickster (345 Nm) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Porsche 911. (191 Nm). This means 1998 BMW Pickster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW Pickster | 1969 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | Pickster | 911 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 156 HP |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
