1986 Porsche 944 vs. 2010 BMW 116
To start off, 2010 BMW 116 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Porsche 944 (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2010 BMW 116. (116 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 116 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1986 Porsche 944.
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, 2010 BMW 116 (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Porsche 944. (196 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Porsche 944 | 2010 BMW 116 | |
| Make | Porsche | BMW |
| Model | 944 | 116 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2479 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 51 L |
