1996 BMW 530 vs. 1972 Porsche 911
To start off, 1996 BMW 530 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 911 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 28 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 911. (165 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 530 weights approximately 438 kg more than 1972 Porsche 911. 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 @ 3950 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 911. (206 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 530 | 1972 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 530 | 911 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1972 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 2339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 70.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
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 | 1077 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 80 L |