1999 Porsche 996 vs. 2012 BMW 116
To start off, 2012 BMW 116 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Porsche 996 would be higher. At 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche 996 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2012 BMW 116. (136 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 116 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1999 Porsche 996.
Because 1999 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 116. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 996 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 996 (357 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 116. (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1999 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Porsche 996 | 2012 BMW 116 | |
| Make | Porsche | BMW |
| Model | 996 | 116 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3387 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4324 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2690 mm |
