2001 BMW 318 vs. 2007 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2007 Porsche Cayman is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 318 would be higher. At 2,686 cc, 2007 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Cayman (245 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2001 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 115 kg more than 2001 BMW 318. 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, 2007 Porsche Cayman (273 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 318. (167 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 318 | 2007 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 318 | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2686 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 64 L |
