1993 BMW 520 vs. 1996 Porsche 911
To start off, 1996 Porsche 911 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 BMW 520 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1993 BMW 520. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1993 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 520 weights approximately 338 kg more than 1996 Porsche 911.
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, 1996 Porsche 911 (841 Nm) has 651 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 BMW 520. (190 Nm). This means 1996 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 520 | 1996 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 520 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 841 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1150 kg |
