1997 BMW S3 vs. 1975 Porsche 924
To start off, 1997 BMW S3 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Porsche 924 would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 BMW S3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW S3 (260 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1975 Porsche 924. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW S3 should accelerate faster than 1975 Porsche 924. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW S3 weights approximately 188 kg more than 1975 Porsche 924. 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, 1997 BMW S3 (330 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Porsche 924. (165 Nm). This means 1997 BMW S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Porsche 924.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW S3 | 1975 Porsche 924 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | S3 | 924 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Top Speed | 258 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2500 mm |
