2009 BMW 120 vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, both 2009 BMW 120 and 2009 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (168 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2009 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 120. (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 120 | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 120 | 911 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 371 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 5.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 64 L |