1992 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 BMW 116
To start off, 2012 BMW 116 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2012 BMW 116. (116 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 116 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1992 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 116. (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Porsche 911 | 2012 BMW 116 | |
| Make | Porsche | BMW |
| Model | 911 | 116 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3163 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1421 mm |
