1991 Porsche 965 vs. 2011 BMW 730
To start off, 2011 BMW 730 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Porsche 965. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Porsche 965 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 965 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 965 (317 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2011 BMW 730. (244 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 730 weights approximately 475 kg more than 1991 Porsche 965.
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, 2011 BMW 730 (540 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Porsche 965. (459 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Porsche 965. 2011 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 1991 Porsche 965 has manual transmission. 1991 Porsche 965 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Porsche 965 | 2011 BMW 730 | |
Make | Porsche | BMW |
Model | 965 | 730 |
Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3299 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 459 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5072 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1479 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3070 mm |