1974 BMW 2.8 vs. 1973 Porsche 911
To start off, 1974 BMW 2.8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 BMW 2.8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Porsche 911 (208 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1974 BMW 2.8. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 2.8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 BMW 2.8 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1973 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 BMW 2.8 (295 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Porsche 911. (260 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1974 BMW 2.8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 2.8 | 1973 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 2.8 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3293 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2280 mm |
