2004 Porsche Carrera GT vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche Carrera GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche Carrera GT would be higher. At 5,736 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (605 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 437 more horse power than 2011 BMW 120. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 120 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2004 Porsche Carrera GT.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (591 Nm) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 120. (341 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche Carrera GT | 2011 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Porsche | BMW |
| Model | Carrera GT | 120 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 605 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 591 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 90 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 51 L |
