2009 BMW 316 vs. 1964 Porsche 904
To start off, 2009 BMW 316 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Porsche 904. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Porsche 904 would be higher. At 1,966 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Porsche 904 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Porsche 904 (155 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2009 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Porsche 904 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 316 weights approximately 670 kg more than 1964 Porsche 904.
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, 1964 Porsche 904 (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 316. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1964 Porsche 904 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 316 | 1964 Porsche 904 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 316 | 904 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 253 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2310 mm |
