1959 BMW Isetta vs. 1983 Porsche 930
To start off, 1983 Porsche 930 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW Isetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW Isetta would be higher. At 3,297 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Porsche 930 (296 HP) has 283 more horse power than 1959 BMW Isetta. (13 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW Isetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Porsche 930 weights approximately 940 kg more than 1959 BMW Isetta. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW Isetta | 1983 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | Isetta | 930 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 247 cc | 3297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 1 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | single | in-line |
| Horse Power | 13 HP | 296 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 1 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 360 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2300 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1510 mm | 2510 mm |
