1997 BMW 850 vs. 1969 Porsche 910
To start off, 1997 BMW 850 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Porsche 910. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Porsche 910 would be higher. At 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW 850 weights approximately 680 kg more than 1969 Porsche 910.
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. 1997 BMW 850 has automatic transmission and 1969 Porsche 910 has manual transmission. 1969 Porsche 910 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 BMW 850 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 BMW 850 | 1969 Porsche 910 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 850 | 910 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5379 cc | 2195 cc |
Horse Power | 329 HP | 0 HP |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2310 mm |