1972 BMW Touring vs. 1993 Porsche 911
To start off, 1993 Porsche 911 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW Touring would be higher. At 3,162 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1972 BMW Touring. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 911 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1972 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1972 BMW Touring | 1993 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | Touring | 911 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1574 cc | 3162 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1260 mm |