1988 BMW 316 vs. 1991 Porsche 911
To start off, 1991 Porsche 911 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW 316 would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1988 BMW 316. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 316 weights approximately 665 kg more than 1991 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 316. (127 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 316 | 1991 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 316 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1260 mm |
