1971 BMW 3 vs. 1998 Porsche 993
To start off, 1998 Porsche 993 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW 3 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 993 (296 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1971 BMW 3. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 993 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1971 BMW 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Porsche 993 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 BMW 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 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, 1998 Porsche 993 (362 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW 3. (271 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW 3 | 1998 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 3 | 993 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2280 mm |
