2012 BMW 116 vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 BMW 116. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 BMW 116 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 2012 BMW 116. (116 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche 911 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2012 BMW 116. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 116 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 BMW 116. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 116. (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW 116 | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 116 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4239 mm | 4491 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1748 mm | 1978 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1421 mm | 1299 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 5.4 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
