1980 Porsche 930 vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 33 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, 1980 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2013 BMW 3 Series. (238 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 3 Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 331 kg more than 1980 Porsche 930.
Because 2013 BMW 3 Series 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series 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 (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 3 Series. (350 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1980 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 3 Series. 2013 BMW 3 Series 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. 2013 BMW 3 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Porsche 930 | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
| Make | Porsche | BMW |
| Model | 930 | 3 Series |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1631 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1434 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2810 mm |
