1992 BMW 545 vs. 1983 Porsche 930
To start off, 1992 BMW 545 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1992 BMW 545. (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 545. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 545 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1983 Porsche 930.
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, 1983 Porsche 930 (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 545. (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1983 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 545.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 545 | 1983 Porsche 930 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 545 | 930 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1983 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |