1972 Porsche 911 vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,341 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Porsche 911 (190 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2010 BMW 120. (168 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 120 weights approximately 308 kg more than 1972 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, 1972 Porsche 911 (217 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 120. (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1972 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Porsche 911 | 2010 BMW 120 | |
Make | Porsche | BMW |
Model | 911 | 120 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2341 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 53 L |