1999 BMW 320 vs. 1996 Porsche 993
To start off, 1999 BMW 320 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 993 (296 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1999 BMW 320. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Porsche 993 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1999 BMW 320. 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, 1996 Porsche 993 (355 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 320. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1996 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 320 | 1996 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 320 | 993 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1951 cc | 3746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2280 mm |
