1994 Porsche 968 vs. 2006 BMW 320
To start off, 2006 BMW 320 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 2,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2006 BMW 320. (168 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 320 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1994 Porsche 968.
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, 1994 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Porsche 968 | 2006 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Porsche | BMW |
| Model | 968 | 320 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2989 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 63 L |
