1992 BMW M3 vs. 1978 Porsche 924
To start off, 1992 BMW M3 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Porsche 924 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW M3 (282 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1978 Porsche 924. (124 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1978 Porsche 924. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW M3 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1978 Porsche 924. 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, 1992 BMW M3 (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Porsche 924. (164 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Porsche 924.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW M3 | 1978 Porsche 924 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | M3 | 924 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2990 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 84.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 61 L |