1986 Porsche 944 vs. 2012 BMW 135
To start off, 2012 BMW 135 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 135 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1986 Porsche 944. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1986 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 135 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1986 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, 2012 BMW 135 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Porsche 944. (196 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Porsche 944 | 2012 BMW 135 | |
| Make | Porsche | BMW |
| Model | 944 | 135 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2479 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 53 L |
