1984 Porsche 930 vs. 2010 BMW 128
To start off, 2010 BMW 128 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2010 BMW 128. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 128 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1984 Porsche 930.
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, 1984 Porsche 930 (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 128. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1984 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Porsche 930 | 2010 BMW 128 | |
| Make | Porsche | BMW |
| Model | 930 | 128 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4361 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2659 mm |
