1994 BMW M5 vs. 1989 Porsche 944
To start off, 1994 BMW M5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 3,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW M5 (335 HP) has 118 more horse power than 1989 Porsche 944. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1989 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW M5 weights approximately 373 kg more than 1989 Porsche 944. 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, 1994 BMW M5 (400 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Porsche 944. (330 Nm). This means 1994 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW M5 | 1989 Porsche 944 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | M5 | 944 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3793 cc | 2479 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 217 HP |
Torque | 400 Nm | 330 Nm |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 260 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1786 kg | 1413 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2390 mm |