2007 BMW 120 vs. 1992 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 BMW 120 is newer by 15 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 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2007 BMW 120. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 120 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1992 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 120 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 120 | 1992 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 120 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1260 mm |
