2009 BMW 120 vs. 1992 Porsche 968
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 968 (241 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (154 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 120 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1992 Porsche 968.
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, 1992 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 120 | 1992 Porsche 968 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 120 | 968 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 241 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 104 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 74 L |