2007 BMW X3 vs. 1987 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 BMW X3 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 911 (231 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2007 BMW X3. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X3 weights approximately 568 kg more than 1987 Porsche 911.
Because 2007 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 BMW X3 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Porsche 911. (283 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X3 | 1987 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | X3 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1995 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 | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1172 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 85 L |
