2000 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 BMW 128
To start off, 2012 BMW 128 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche 911 (328 HP) has 98 more horse power than 2012 BMW 128. (230 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 128.
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, 2000 Porsche 911 (351 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 128. (271 Nm). This means 2000 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Porsche 911 | 2012 BMW 128 | |
| Make | Porsche | BMW |
| Model | 911 | 128 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3387 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 230 HP |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2659 mm |
