1962 BMW 1500 vs. 1994 Porsche 968
To start off, 1994 Porsche 968 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 1500 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1962 BMW 1500. (80 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Porsche 968 weights approximately 357 kg more than 1962 BMW 1500. 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, 1994 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 1500. (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1962 BMW 1500 | 1994 Porsche 968 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 1500 | 968 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1043 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2510 mm |