2006 BMW 116 vs. 1973 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 BMW 116 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Porsche 911 (208 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2006 BMW 116. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 116.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Porsche 911 (260 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 116. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1973 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 116 | 1973 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 116 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2280 mm |
