1998 Porsche 993 vs. 2011 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2011 BMW 1 Series is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 1 Series (335 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1998 Porsche 993. (283 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster than 1998 Porsche 993. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 1 Series weights approximately 105 kg more than 1998 Porsche 993. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 BMW 1 Series (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Porsche 993. (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 1 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Porsche 993.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Porsche 993 | 2011 BMW 1 Series | |
Make | Porsche | BMW |
Model | 993 | 1 Series |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4374 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1803 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2659 mm |