Compare performance (300 HP vs 711 HP), boot space and price (29,400 £ vs 138,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 1 Series or Porsche 911 Convertible?
Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
BMW 1 Series is significantly cheaper – starting at 29,400 £ , while the Porsche 911 Convertible costs 138,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 108,643 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 1 Series uses 4.3 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Porsche 911 Convertible with 10.5 L/100km. The difference is about 6.2 L/100km.
Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.
When it comes to engine power, the Porsche 911 Convertible offers clearly more power – delivering 711 HP compared to 300 HP. That’s roughly 411 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Porsche 911 Convertible is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 2.6 s, while the BMW 1 Series takes 4.9 s. That’s about 2.3 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Porsche 911 Convertible delivers clearly more torque with 800 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 400 Nm more.
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Seats: BMW 1 Series offers more seats – 5 vs 4.
In terms of curb weight, BMW 1 Series is only slightly lighter – 1,465 kg compared to 1,572 kg. The difference is around 107 kg.
Looking at boot space, the BMW 1 Series offers very slightly more boot space – 380 L compared to 373 L. That’s a difference of about 7 L.
When it comes to payload, the BMW 1 Series carries markedly more – 510 kg compared to 345 kg. That’s a difference of about 165 kg.
The BMW 1 Series holds a decisive overall lead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.
The BMW 1 Series is a compact premium hatchback that injects a proper sense of driving fun into everyday life, with sharp handling and a cabin that punches above its class. It’s a great pick for buyers who want sporty manners without losing practicality, and yes, you’ll still get that unmistakable BMW grin behind the wheel.
detailsThe Porsche 911 Cabriolet transforms the iconic silhouette into an open‑air weapon, offering roof-down glamour and razor-sharp handling that still feels perfectly composed on normal roads. It’s the kind of car that serves daily duties with surprising ease while delivering intoxicating engine music and a grin factor that makes every trip feel like a small victory.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
29,400 - 51,900 £
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Price
138,000 - 244,500 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 7.6 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
10.5 - 13.7 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
112 - 173 g/km
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co2
237 - 310 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
Convertible
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Seats
5
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Seats
2 - 4
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,465 - 1,625 kg
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Curb weight
1,572 - 1,900 kg
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Trunk capacity
300 - 380 L
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Trunk capacity
163 - 373 L
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,800 mm
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Width
1,852 - 1,900 mm
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Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
475 - 510 kg
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Payload
195 - 345 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Petrol
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Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
122 - 300 HP
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Power HP
394 - 711 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.6 - 4.7 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
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Torque
230 - 400 Nm
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Torque
450 - 800 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
6
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Power kW
90 - 221 kW
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Power kW
290 - 523 kW
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Engine capacity
1,499 - 1,998 cm3
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Engine capacity
2,981 - 3,996 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, F
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
Porsche
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