1999 BMW 330 vs. 1975 Porsche 930
To start off, 1999 BMW 330 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Porsche 930 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1999 BMW 330. (183 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 330 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1975 Porsche 930.
Because 1999 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Porsche 930. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 BMW 330 will offer significantly more control. 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 330 (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Porsche 930. (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Porsche 930.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 330 | 1975 Porsche 930 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 330 | 930 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 6.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |