1985 Porsche 944 vs. 2009 BMW 545
To start off, 2009 BMW 545 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1985 Porsche 944. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1985 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 545 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1985 Porsche 944. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Porsche 944. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Porsche 944 | 2009 BMW 545 | |
| Make | Porsche | BMW |
| Model | 944 | 545 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
