1975 BMW Coupe vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW Coupe would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1975 BMW Coupe. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW Coupe.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Porsche 911 (665 Nm) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW Coupe. (251 Nm). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW Coupe | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | Coupe | 911 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 665 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2280 mm |
