1974 BMW 2.8 vs. 1985 Porsche 930
To start off, 1985 Porsche 930 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW 2.8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW 2.8 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 930 (297 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1974 BMW 2.8. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 930 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 240 kg more than 1985 Porsche 930.
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, 1985 Porsche 930 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 2.8. (295 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW 2.8.
Compare all specifications:
1974 BMW 2.8 | 1985 Porsche 930 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 2.8 | 930 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3293 cc | 3299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 297 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 295 Nm | 431 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 74.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2510 mm |