2002 BMW 320 vs. 1993 Porsche 968
To start off, 2002 BMW 320 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2002 BMW 320. (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 968 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, 1993 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2002 BMW 320 | 1993 Porsche 968 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 320 | 968 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 104.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 92 L |