2009 BMW 316 vs. 1995 Porsche 968
To start off, 2009 BMW 316 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2009 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 968 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2009 BMW 316. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 316. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 316 | 1995 Porsche 968 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 316 | 968 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 104 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 255 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 74 L |