2000 BMW 323 vs. 1986 Porsche 911
To start off, 2000 BMW 323 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2000 BMW 323. (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 323 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1986 Porsche 911.
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, 1986 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 323. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 323 | 1986 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 323 | 911 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 74.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |