2004 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (381 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 2012 BMW 118. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2012 BMW 118. 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (385 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 118. (350 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Porsche 911 | 2012 BMW 118 | |
Make | Porsche | BMW |
Model | 911 | 118 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3589 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 381 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 385 Nm | 350 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 51 L |