1993 BMW 316 vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 BMW 316 would be higher. At 3,823 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1993 BMW 316. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1993 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1993 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 BMW 316. (141 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
1993 BMW 316 | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 316 | 911 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 3823 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 82.8 mm |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 293 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 2430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 64 L |