1981 BMW 745 vs. 2002 Porsche 911
To start off, 2002 Porsche 911 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 BMW 745 would be higher. At 3,588 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1981 BMW 745. (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1981 BMW 745. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 BMW 745 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2002 Porsche 911.
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, 1981 BMW 745 (380 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Porsche 911. (366 Nm). This means 1981 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 BMW 745 | 2002 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 745 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 3588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2360 mm |
