1996 BMW 530 vs. 1967 Porsche 912
To start off, 1996 BMW 530 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Porsche 912 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 530 (193 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1967 Porsche 912. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1967 Porsche 912. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 530 weights approximately 543 kg more than 1967 Porsche 912. 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, 1996 BMW 530 (280 Nm) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Porsche 912. (133 Nm). This means 1996 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Porsche 912.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 530 | 1967 Porsche 912 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 530 | 912 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1967 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 133 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 74 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2220 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 61 L |