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BMW 318is vs Porsche 911

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

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1997 BMW 318is

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2027 Porsche 911

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Overview

SpecBMW 318is318isPorsche 911Carrera
Selected trim318isCarrera
Body styleCoupeCoupe
Drivetrainrear wheel driverear wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedpremium unleaded (required)
Transmission5-speed manual8-speed automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year19972027

Pricing & market

SpecBMW 318is318isPorsche 911Carrera
MSRP$0 (best)$135,500
Lowest listing price—$113,998 (best)
Median listing price—$204,825 (best)
Highest listing price—$469,998 (best)
For sale now06 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecBMW 318is318isPorsche 911Carrera
Combined MPG23 MPG (best)21 MPG
City MPG20 MPG (best)18 MPG
Highway MPG29 MPG (best)25 MPG
Fuel tank16.4 gal17 gal (best)

Performance

SpecBMW 318is318isPorsche 911Carrera
Horsepower138 hp388 hp (best)
Torque133 lb-ft331 lb-ft (best)
Engine size1.9 L3 L (best)
CylindersI4flat 6

Size & capability

SpecBMW 318is318isPorsche 911Carrera
Seating—4 seats (best)
Doors22
Cargo volume9.2 cu ft (best)—
Curb weight2,976 lbs (best)3,342 lbs
Wheelbase106.3 in (best)97 in
Length174.5 in179 in (best)
Width67.3 in73 in (best)
Height53.8 in (best)51 in

Safety & recalls

SpecBMW 318is318isPorsche 911Carrera
Open recalls (YMM scope)1None reported (best)

Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.

Trim overview

All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.

TrimBMW 318isPorsche 911
1

318is

$0 MSRP(Currently comparing)

Carrera

$135,500 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2—

Carrera

$149,400 MSRP

3—

Carrera T

$148,000 MSRP

4—

Carrera T

$161,900 MSRP

5—

Carrera S

$156,200 MSRP

6—

Carrera S

$170,100 MSRP

7—

Carrera 4S

$164,500 MSRP

8—

Carrera 4S

$178,400 MSRP

9—

4S

$180,200 MSRP

10—

Carrera GTS

$181,000 MSRP

11—

Carrera GTS

$194,900 MSRP

12—

Carrera 4 GTS

$189,300 MSRP

13—

Carrera 4 GTS

$203,300 MSRP

14—

911 4 GTS

$203,300 MSRP

15—

GT3

$235,800 MSRP

16—

GT3

$235,800 MSRP

17—

GT3

$273,000 MSRP

18—

Turbo S

$270,300 MSRP

19—

Turbo S

$284,300 MSRP

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BMW 318is vs Porsche 911 FAQ

Which is better: 1997 BMW 318is or 2027 Porsche 911?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 1997 BMW 318is vs 2027 Porsche 911 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 1997 BMW 318is or 2027 Porsche 911?
Based on starting MSRP, the 1997 BMW 318is starts lower at $0. Live Porsche 911 listings start at $113,998.
Which has better startingMsrp: 1997 BMW 318is or 2027 Porsche 911?
The 1997 BMW 318is leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (0).
Which has better combinedMpg: 1997 BMW 318is or 2027 Porsche 911?
The 1997 BMW 318is leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (23).
Which has better horsepower: 1997 BMW 318is or 2027 Porsche 911?
The 2027 Porsche 911 leads on horsepower in this comparison (701).
Which has better seats: 1997 BMW 318is or 2027 Porsche 911?
The 2027 Porsche 911 leads on seats in this comparison (4).