1976 BMW 630 vs. 1994 Porsche 928
To start off, 1994 Porsche 928 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 BMW 630. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 BMW 630 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1976 BMW 630. (182 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1976 BMW 630. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Porsche 928 weights approximately 79 kg more than 1976 BMW 630. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Porsche 928 (409 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 BMW 630. (255 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 BMW 630.
Compare all specifications:
1976 BMW 630 | 1994 Porsche 928 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 630 | 928 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 409 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 78.9 mm |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |