2009 BMW 116 vs. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2009 BMW 116 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche Carrera GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche Carrera GT would be higher. At 5,736 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (605 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 485 more horse power than 2009 BMW 116. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT weights approximately 60 kg more than 2009 BMW 116. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (591 Nm) has 431 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 116. (160 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 116 | 2004 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 116 | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 605 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 591 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 92 L |
