1995 BMW M5 vs. 1983 Porsche 930
To start off, 1995 BMW M5 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,794 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW M5 (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1983 Porsche 930. (296 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1983 Porsche 930. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW M5 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1983 Porsche 930. 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, 1983 Porsche 930 (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW M5. (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1983 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW M5.
Compare all specifications:
1995 BMW M5 | 1983 Porsche 930 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | M5 | 930 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1983 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3794 cc | 3297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.6 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 74.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |