1995 Porsche 993 vs. 2010 BMW 335
To start off, 2010 BMW 335 is newer by 15 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 137 more horse power than 2010 BMW 335. (265 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 335. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 335 weights approximately 235 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, 2010 BMW 335 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Porsche 993. (541 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Porsche 993.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Porsche 993 | 2010 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Porsche | BMW |
| Model | 993 | 335 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 541 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1816 mm |
