2001 BMW 318 vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 12 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 2001 BMW 318. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 318 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2013 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW 318 | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 318 | 911 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1895 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4491 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1978 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1303 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2450 mm |