2001 BMW Compact vs. 1997 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 BMW Compact is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 911 (424 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 2001 BMW Compact. (193 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW Compact. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW Compact weights approximately 285 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 Porsche 911 (530 Nm) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW Compact. (237 Nm). This means 1997 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW Compact.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW Compact | 1997 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | Compact | 911 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 79 L |
