1990 BMW 316 vs. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 316 would be higher. At 5,736 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (605 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 505 more horse power than 1990 BMW 316. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT weights approximately 300 kg more than 1990 BMW 316. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (591 Nm) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 316. (141 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 316 | 2004 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 316 | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 605 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 591 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 92 L |
