1986 BMW 735 vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 24 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1986 BMW 735. (220 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 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 110 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW 735. (315 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW 735.
Compare all specifications:
1986 BMW 735 | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 735 | 911 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3430 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1311 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |