1990 BMW 316 vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 16 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 3,818 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1990 BMW 316. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 375 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.
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, 2006 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 316. (141 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
1990 BMW 316 | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 316 | 911 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3818 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |