1978 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 BMW 120
To start off, 2012 BMW 120 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2012 BMW 120. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 120 weights approximately 271 kg more than 1978 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, 1978 Porsche 911 (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 120. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1978 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Porsche 911 | 2012 BMW 120 | |
Make | Porsche | BMW |
Model | 911 | 120 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2992 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1179 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 51 L |