2007 BMW 120 vs. 1983 Porsche 959
To start off, 2007 BMW 120 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Porsche 959. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Porsche 959 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Porsche 959 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Porsche 959 (444 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 2007 BMW 120. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Porsche 959 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Porsche 959 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2007 BMW 120. 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, 1983 Porsche 959 (510 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1983 Porsche 959 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 120. 2007 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 1983 Porsche 959 has manual transmission. 1983 Porsche 959 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 120 | 1983 Porsche 959 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 120 | 959 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2849 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2280 mm |