1987 BMW 316 vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW 316 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (414 HP) has 328 more horse power than 1987 BMW 316. (86 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1987 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1987 BMW 316. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Cayenne is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 BMW 316. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 BMW 316. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW 316 | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 316 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1571 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 414 HP |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1688 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2895 mm |
