2005 BMW 116 vs. 1992 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 BMW 116 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,594 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 2005 BMW 116. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Porsche 911 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2005 BMW 116. 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, 1992 Porsche 911 (520 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 116. (153 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 116 | 1992 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 116 | 911 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 76.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 7.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 78 L |