1987 Porsche 944 vs. 2006 BMW 530
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (216 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1987 Porsche 944. (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1987 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 530 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1987 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, 2006 BMW 530 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Porsche 944. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Porsche 944 | 2006 BMW 530 | |
Make | Porsche | BMW |
Model | 944 | 530 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2479 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |