1994 Porsche 968 vs. 2010 BMW 125
To start off, 2010 BMW 125 is newer by 16 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2010 BMW 125. (216 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Porsche 968 weights approximately 80 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, 1994 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 125. (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Porsche 968 | 2010 BMW 125 | |
| Make | Porsche | BMW |
| Model | 968 | 125 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2989 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 255 km/hour | 238 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 53 L |
