1986 BMW 316 vs. 1974 Porsche 911
To start off, 1986 BMW 316 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Porsche 911 (151 HP) has 65 more horse power than 1986 BMW 316. (86 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Porsche 911 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1986 BMW 316. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1974 Porsche 911 (240 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW 316. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW 316 | 1974 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 316 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 151 HP |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 70.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
