1996 BMW 535 vs. 1977 Porsche 930
To start off, 1996 BMW 535 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Porsche 930 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1996 BMW 535. (232 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 535 weights approximately 516 kg more than 1977 Porsche 930.
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, 1977 Porsche 930 (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 535. (320 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1977 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 535 | 1977 Porsche 930 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 535 | 930 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1977 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3430 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1146 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |