1986 BMW 735 vs. 1988 Porsche 911
To start off, 1988 Porsche 911 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW 735. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW 735 would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 911 (246 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1986 BMW 735. (215 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW 735. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW 735 weights approximately 236 kg more than 1988 Porsche 911.
Because 1988 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 BMW 735. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 911 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, both vehicles can yield 310 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW 735 | 1988 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 735 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 246 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 77 L |
