1979 BMW 320 vs. 1996 Porsche 993
To start off, 1996 Porsche 993 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 BMW 320 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 BMW 320 (641 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 359 more horse power than 1996 Porsche 993. (282 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1996 Porsche 993. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Porsche 993 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1979 BMW 320.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 BMW 320 | 1996 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 320 | 993 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 641 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2280 mm |
