2008 BMW 323 vs. 1974 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 BMW 323 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,686 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 323 (176 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1974 Porsche 911. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1974 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 323 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1974 Porsche 911. 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, 1974 Porsche 911 (236 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 323. (230 Nm). This means 1974 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 323 | 1974 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 323 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2686 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 70.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2270 mm |
