1996 Porsche 911 vs. 2010 BMW 535
To start off, 2010 BMW 535 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1996 Porsche 911. (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1996 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 535 weights approximately 508 kg more than 1996 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 Porsche 911 (650 Nm) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 535. (406 Nm). This means 1996 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 535. 1996 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW 535 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW 535 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Porsche 911 | 2010 BMW 535 | |
Make | Porsche | BMW |
Model | 911 | 535 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3164 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 406 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2888 mm |