2010 Porsche 911 vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 2011 BMW 120. (155 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche 911 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2011 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 120. 2011 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 2010 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2010 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Porsche 911 | 2011 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Porsche | BMW |
| Model | 911 | 120 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4465 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1808 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 53 L |
