1998 Porsche 911 vs. 2011 BMW 320
To start off, 2011 BMW 320 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (443 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 2011 BMW 320. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 320.
Because 1998 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche 911 (583 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 320. (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Porsche 911 | 2011 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Porsche | BMW |
| Model | 911 | 320 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 443 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 57 L |
