1993 Porsche 911 vs. 2010 BMW 125
To start off, 2010 BMW 125 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 911 (272 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2010 BMW 125. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 911 weights approximately 64 kg more than 2010 BMW 125. 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, 1993 Porsche 911 (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 125. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Porsche 911 | 2010 BMW 125 | |
Make | Porsche | BMW |
Model | 911 | 125 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 272 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 53 L |