2009 BMW 135 vs. 1988 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1988 Porsche 911. (229 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1988 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 135 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1988 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, 2009 BMW 135 (401 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Porsche 911. 2009 BMW 135 has automatic transmission and 1988 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1988 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 135 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 135 | 1988 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 135 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 80 L |
