2001 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 BMW 123
To start off, 2012 BMW 123 is newer by 11 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 3,595 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (315 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2012 BMW 123. (202 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 123 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2001 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, 2012 BMW 123 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Porsche 911 | 2012 BMW 123 | |
Make | Porsche | BMW |
Model | 911 | 123 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3595 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 51 L |