2008 BMW 118 vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 5 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), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 2008 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche 911 weights approximately 220 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.
Because 2008 BMW 118 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 BMW 118. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 118. (181 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 118 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| 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 | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 286 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4491 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1978 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1299 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2450 mm |
