1999 BMW 320 vs. 1978 Porsche 924
To start off, 1999 BMW 320 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Porsche 924 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Porsche 924 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 320 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1978 Porsche 924. (124 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1978 Porsche 924. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 320 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1978 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, 1999 BMW 320 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Porsche 924. (164 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Porsche 924.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 320 | 1978 Porsche 924 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 320 | 924 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1951 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 61 L |