2000 BMW 323 vs. 1993 Porsche 968
To start off, 2000 BMW 323 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 323 (326 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1993 Porsche 968. (240 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1993 Porsche 968. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 323 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1993 Porsche 968. 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, 1993 Porsche 968 (305 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 323. (245 Nm). This means 1993 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 323 | 1993 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 323 | 968 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 74 L |
