1999 Porsche 911 vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,595 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 2010 BMW 120. (154 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Porsche 911 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2010 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Porsche 911 | 2010 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Porsche | BMW |
| Model | 911 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3595 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 53 L |
