1999 BMW 318 vs. 1991 Porsche 968
To start off, 1999 BMW 318 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 2,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1999 BMW 318. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 318 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1991 Porsche 968.
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, 1991 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 318 | 1991 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 318 | 968 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 2989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 104 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 92 L |
