2007 Porsche 911 vs. 2011 BMW 123
To start off, 2011 BMW 123 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2011 BMW 123. (202 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 123 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2007 Porsche 911.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 123. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 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, 2011 BMW 123 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Porsche 911 | 2011 BMW 123 | |
Make | Porsche | BMW |
Model | 911 | 123 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3596 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 51 L |