1981 Porsche 936 vs. 2011 BMW 125
To start off, 2011 BMW 125 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Porsche 936. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Porsche 936 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Porsche 936 (632 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 417 more horse power than 2011 BMW 125. (215 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Porsche 936 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 125 weights approximately 810 kg more than 1981 Porsche 936.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Porsche 936 | 2011 BMW 125 | |
| Make | Porsche | BMW |
| Model | 936 | 125 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2650 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 632 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1585 kg |
