1974 BMW Touring vs. 1997 Porsche 911
To start off, 1997 Porsche 911 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW Touring would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1974 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Porsche 911 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1974 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Porsche 911 (922 Nm) has 792 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW Touring. (130 Nm). This means 1997 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1974 BMW Touring | 1997 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | Touring | 911 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1572 cc | 3589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 922 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2280 mm |