1982 BMW 328 vs. 1969 Porsche 906
To start off, 1982 BMW 328 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Porsche 906. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Porsche 906 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 BMW 328 weights approximately 889 kg more than 1969 Porsche 906.
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. 1982 BMW 328 has automatic transmission and 1969 Porsche 906 has manual transmission. 1969 Porsche 906 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 BMW 328 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1982 BMW 328 | 1969 Porsche 906 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 328 | 906 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 217 HP |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 617 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2310 mm |