2008 Porsche 911 vs. 2011 BMW 125

To start off, 2011 BMW 125 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2011 BMW 125. (215 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 125 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 125. (271 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 125.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Porsche 911 2011 BMW 125
Make Porsche BMW
Model 911 125
Year Released 2008 2011
Body Type Convertible Convertible
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 3596 cc 2996 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 350 HP 215 HP
Engine RPM 6800 RPM 6100 RPM
Torque 370 Nm 271 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 280 km/hour 238 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 5.2 seconds 6.8 seconds
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1425 kg 1585 kg
Vehicle Length 4790 mm 4370 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 2670 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11 L/100km 8.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 53 L


 

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