1974 BMW Touring vs. 1968 Porsche 906
To start off, 1974 BMW Touring is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Porsche 906. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Porsche 906 would be higher. At 1,989 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Porsche 906 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Porsche 906 (217 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1974 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Porsche 906 should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 BMW Touring weights approximately 413 kg more than 1968 Porsche 906.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW Touring | 1968 Porsche 906 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | Touring | 906 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1572 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2310 mm |
