1992 BMW 316 vs. 1995 Porsche 911
To start off, 1995 Porsche 911 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 316 would be higher. At 3,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 911 (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1992 BMW 316. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 316 weights approximately 31 kg more than 1995 Porsche 911.
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, 1995 Porsche 911 (355 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 316. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 316 | 1995 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 316 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 102.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1279 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 92 L |
