2008 BMW 320 vs. 1991 Porsche 944
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 944 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2008 BMW 320. (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 320 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1991 Porsche 944.
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, 1991 Porsche 944 (337 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 320 | 1991 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 320 | 944 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
