1987 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 BMW 535

To start off, 2012 BMW 535 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1987 Porsche 911. (231 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1987 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 535 weights approximately 673 kg more than 1987 Porsche 911. 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 535 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Porsche 911. (283 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Porsche 911.

Compare all specifications:

1987 Porsche 911 2012 BMW 535
Make Porsche BMW
Model 911 535
Year Released 1987 2012
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 3164 cc 2979 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 231 HP 300 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 283 Nm 406 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 1300 RPM
Engine Bore Size 95 mm 89.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 74.4 mm 84 mm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1172 kg 1845 kg
Vehicle Length 4300 mm 4899 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1464 mm
Wheelbase Size 2270 mm 2968 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 85 L 70 L


 

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