1998 Porsche 911 vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 15 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 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 296 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 240 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911.
Because 1998 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 BMW 3 Series. 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Porsche 911. (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Porsche 911 | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
| Make | Porsche | BMW |
| Model | 911 | 3 Series |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3387 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.2 :1 |
| Top Speed | 280 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| 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 Weight | 1380 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1375 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |
