2006 BMW 320 vs. 1968 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 BMW 320 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1968 Porsche 911. (110 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1968 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 320 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1968 Porsche 911. 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, 2006 BMW 320 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Porsche 911. (158 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 320 | 1968 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 320 | 911 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 66 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |