2008 BMW 118 vs. 1993 Porsche 993
To start off, 2008 BMW 118 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2008 BMW 118. (141 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 993 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2008 BMW 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1993 Porsche 993 (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 118. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 118 | 1993 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 118 | 993 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2280 mm |
