2002 BMW 320 vs. 1991 Porsche 944
To start off, 2002 BMW 320 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 944 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2002 BMW 320. (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Porsche 944 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2002 BMW 320. 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, 1991 Porsche 944 (337 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2002 BMW 320 | 1991 Porsche 944 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 320 | 944 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2477 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 337 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |