1993 BMW 5.8 vs. 2000 Porsche 3400
To start off, 2000 Porsche 3400 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 BMW 5.8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 BMW 5.8 would be higher. At 5,800 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 BMW 5.8 is equipped with a bigger engine.
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, 1993 BMW 5.8 (786 Nm) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Porsche 3400. (359 Nm). This means 1993 BMW 5.8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Porsche 3400. 2000 Porsche 3400 has automatic transmission and 1993 BMW 5.8 has manual transmission. 1993 BMW 5.8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Porsche 3400 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 5.8 | 2000 Porsche 3400 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 5.8 | 3400 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5800 cc | 3387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 310 HP |
| Torque | 786 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
