1972 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 BMW 640
To start off, 2012 BMW 640 is newer by 40 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 640 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 640 (318 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 911. (165 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 640 should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 640 weights approximately 748 kg more than 1972 Porsche 911. 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, 2012 BMW 640 (450 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 911. (206 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 640 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 911. 2012 BMW 640 has automatic transmission and 1972 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1972 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 640 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Porsche 911 | 2012 BMW 640 | |
Make | Porsche | BMW |
Model | 911 | 640 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2339 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 318 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70.4 mm | 84 mm |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5007 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1894 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1392 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |