1978 BMW 730 vs. 1999 Porsche 911
To start off, 1999 Porsche 911 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 BMW 730 would be higher. At 3,595 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1978 BMW 730. (185 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1978 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Porsche 911 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1978 BMW 730. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 BMW 730. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
1978 BMW 730 | 1999 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 730 | 911 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2788 cc | 3595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2360 mm |