2003 BMW 318 vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 318 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (620 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 507 more horse power than 2003 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2003 BMW 318. 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 532 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 318. (167 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 318 | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 318 | 911 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 620 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4468 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1285 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 67 L |