1994 Porsche 965 vs. 2010 BMW 650
To start off, 2010 BMW 650 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 965. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 965 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1994 Porsche 965. (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1994 Porsche 965. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 650 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1994 Porsche 965. 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 Porsche 965 (530 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 650. (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 650. 2010 BMW 650 has automatic transmission and 1994 Porsche 965 has manual transmission. 1994 Porsche 965 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW 650 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Porsche 965 | 2010 BMW 650 | |
Make | Porsche | BMW |
Model | 965 | 650 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3599 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4831 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1374 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2779 mm |