2007 BMW 318 vs. 2011 Porsche Cayman

To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayman is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 318 would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Cayman (330 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2007 BMW 318. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 318 weights approximately 285 kg more than 2011 Porsche Cayman.

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 Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 318.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW 318 2011 Porsche Cayman
Make BMW Porsche
Model 318 Cayman
Year Released 2007 2011
Body Type Convertible Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1994 cc 3400 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 330 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 7400 RPM
Torque 200 Nm 370 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1580 kg 1295 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4346 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1801 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1285 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2416 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 64 L


 

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