2007 BMW X3 vs. 1997 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 BMW X3 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 911 (537 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 389 more horse power than 2007 BMW X3. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 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 590 kg more than 1997 Porsche 911.
Because 2007 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 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, 1997 Porsche 911 (600 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X3. (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X3 | 1997 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | X3 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 537 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 100 L |
