1991 Porsche 965 vs. 2012 BMW 330
To start off, 2012 BMW 330 is newer by 21 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 61 more horse power than 2012 BMW 330. (256 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 330.
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 330 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Porsche 965. (459 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Porsche 965.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Porsche 965 | 2012 BMW 330 | |
Make | Porsche | BMW |
Model | 965 | 330 |
Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
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 | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 459 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2810 mm |