1995 Porsche 993 vs. 2000 BMW 730
To start off, 2000 BMW 730 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 993 (402 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2000 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 730 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1995 Porsche 993.
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, 1995 Porsche 993 (541 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 730. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Porsche 993 | 2000 BMW 730 | |
Make | Porsche | BMW |
Model | 993 | 730 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 541 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |