2001 BMW 318 vs. 2011 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayman is newer by 10 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 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Cayman (320 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2001 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 50 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, 2011 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 318. (167 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 318 | Cayman |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
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 | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1306 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2416 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 64 L |