1986 BMW 316 vs. 1993 Porsche 968
To start off, 1993 Porsche 968 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW 316 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 968 (240 HP) has 154 more horse power than 1986 BMW 316. (86 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 968 weights approximately 330 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, 1993 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW 316. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW 316 | 1993 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 316 | 968 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 240 HP |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| 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 | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 74 L |
