1974 BMW 2.8 vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 is newer by 24 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 3,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 BMW 2.8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (537 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 1974 BMW 2.8. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 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 390 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (600 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 2.8. (295 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 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 | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 2.8 | 911 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3293 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 537 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 295 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 74.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2280 mm |