1987 Porsche 924 vs. 2000 BMW 730
To start off, 2000 BMW 730 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 924 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 730 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1987 Porsche 924. (161 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1987 Porsche 924. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 730 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1987 Porsche 924. 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, 2000 BMW 730 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Porsche 924. (210 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Porsche 924. 2000 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 1987 Porsche 924 has manual transmission. 1987 Porsche 924 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Porsche 924 | 2000 BMW 730 | |
| Make | Porsche | BMW |
| Model | 924 | 730 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2479 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 90 L |
