2005 Porsche 911 vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (377 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 2010 BMW 120. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 120 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911.
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, 2005 Porsche 911 (385 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 120. (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Porsche 911 | 2010 BMW 120 | |
Make | Porsche | BMW |
Model | 911 | 120 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 377 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 385 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.5 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 51 L |