2001 BMW Compact vs. 1972 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 BMW Compact is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,501 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW Compact is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW Compact (193 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 911. (131 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Compact should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW Compact weights approximately 503 kg more than 1972 Porsche 911. 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, 2001 BMW Compact (237 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 911. (197 Nm). This means 2001 BMW Compact will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW Compact | 1972 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | Compact | 911 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 2341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
