1998 BMW 316 vs. 1994 Porsche 968
To start off, 1998 BMW 316 is newer by 4 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 137 more horse power than 1998 BMW 316. (103 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Porsche 968 weights approximately 2 kg more than 1998 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, 1994 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 316. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 316 | 1994 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 316 | 968 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 2989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 104 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 255 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 74 L |
