1986 BMW 735 vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 26 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (400 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1986 BMW 735. (220 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 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 195 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (440 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW 735. (315 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 735 | 911 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3430 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4491 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1295 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2451 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |