1972 BMW Turbo vs. 1994 Porsche 993
To start off, 1994 Porsche 993 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW Turbo would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1972 BMW Turbo. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Turbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Porsche 993 weights approximately 436 kg more than 1972 BMW Turbo. 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 993 (347 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Turbo. (177 Nm). This means 1994 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Turbo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW Turbo | 1994 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | Turbo | 993 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2280 mm |
