1974 BMW 2.8 vs. 2000 Porsche 911
To start off, 2000 Porsche 911 is newer by 26 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 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche 911 (328 HP) has 141 more horse power than 1974 BMW 2.8. (187 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 2.8.
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, 2000 Porsche 911 (351 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 2.8. (295 Nm). This means 2000 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 | 2000 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 2.8 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3293 cc | 3387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 328 HP |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2370 mm |
