1994 BMW 316 vs. 1981 Porsche 911
To start off, 1994 BMW 316 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Porsche 911 (232 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1994 BMW 316. (103 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Porsche 911 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1994 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, 1981 Porsche 911 (284 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 316. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1981 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 316 | 1981 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 316 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 189 km/hour | 246 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 80 L |
