1972 Porsche 911 vs. 2010 BMW 330
To start off, 2010 BMW 330 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 330 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 911. (165 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 911.
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, 2010 BMW 330 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 911. (206 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Porsche 911 | 2010 BMW 330 | |
Make | Porsche | BMW |
Model | 911 | 330 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2339 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70.4 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 57 L |