2009 BMW 116 vs. 1981 Porsche 930
To start off, 2009 BMW 116 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2009 BMW 116. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 116 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1981 Porsche 930.
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, 1981 Porsche 930 (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 116. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1981 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 116 | 1981 Porsche 930 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 116 | 930 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |