1991 BMW 320 vs. 1992 Porsche 968
To start off, 1992 Porsche 968 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 BMW 320 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 968 (241 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1991 BMW 320. (149 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1991 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Porsche 968 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1991 BMW 320. 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, 1992 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 BMW 320. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
1991 BMW 320 | 1992 Porsche 968 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 320 | 968 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 241 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 104 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 255 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 74 L |