1989 Porsche 911 vs. 2005 BMW 630
To start off, 2005 BMW 630 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 630 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1989 Porsche 911. (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 1989 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 630 weights approximately 429 kg more than 1989 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, 1989 Porsche 911 (317 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 630. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 630. 2005 BMW 630 has automatic transmission and 1989 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1989 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 630 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Porsche 911 | 2005 BMW 630 | |
| Make | Porsche | BMW |
| Model | 911 | 630 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 317 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1764 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 70 L |
