1998 BMW 330 vs. 1973 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 BMW 330 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Porsche 911 (208 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1998 BMW 330. (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 330 weights approximately 645 kg more than 1973 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 BMW 330 (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Porsche 911. (260 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 330 | 1973 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 330 | 911 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1973 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2280 mm |