1980 Porsche 930 vs. 2012 BMW 535
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1980 Porsche 930. (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1980 Porsche 930. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 535 weights approximately 835 kg more than 1980 Porsche 930. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 535 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Porsche 930. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 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, 1980 Porsche 930 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 535. (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1980 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 535. 2012 BMW 535 has automatic transmission and 1980 Porsche 930 has manual transmission. 1980 Porsche 930 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Porsche 930 | 2012 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Porsche | BMW |
| Model | 930 | 535 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 2135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3071 mm |
