2001 Porsche 911 vs. 2010 BMW 128
To start off, 2010 BMW 128 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (300 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2010 BMW 128. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 128 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2001 Porsche 911.
Because 2001 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW 128. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche 911 (350 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 128. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 128.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Porsche 911 | 2010 BMW 128 | |
Make | Porsche | BMW |
Model | 911 | 128 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3400 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4361 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1412 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2659 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 53 L |