1976 BMW 630 vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 28 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 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1976 BMW 630. (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1976 BMW 630. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 37 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.
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, 2004 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 BMW 630. (251 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 BMW 630.
Compare all specifications:
1976 BMW 630 | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 630 | 911 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2360 mm |