1975 BMW 1602 vs. 1997 Porsche 993
To start off, 1997 Porsche 993 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 1602. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 1602 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1975 BMW 1602. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 1602. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Porsche 993 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1975 BMW 1602. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Porsche 993 (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 1602. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 1602.
Compare all specifications:
1975 BMW 1602 | 1997 Porsche 993 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 1602 | 993 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1574 cc | 3589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 341 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2280 mm |