2008 BMW 118 vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 118. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 118 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (450 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 323 more horse power than 2008 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche 911 weights approximately 140 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, 2010 Porsche 911 (429 Nm @ 6750 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 118 | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 118 | 911 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 450 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7900 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 429 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4491 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 67 L |