1993 BMW 520 vs. 1991 Porsche 965
To start off, 1993 BMW 520 is newer by 2 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 169 more horse power than 1993 BMW 520. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 1993 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 520 weights approximately 23 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, 1991 Porsche 965 (459 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
1993 BMW 520 | 1991 Porsche 965 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 520 | 965 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 3299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |