2007 BMW 320 vs. 1984 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Porsche 911 (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2007 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 320 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1984 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 320 | 1984 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 320 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
