2008 BMW X3 vs. 1993 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 BMW X3 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,162 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2008 BMW X3. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X3 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1993 Porsche 911.
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 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X3. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X3 | 1993 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | X3 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3162 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1260 mm |
