1999 BMW 740 vs. 1992 Porsche 965
To start off, 1999 BMW 740 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 965. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 965 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 965 (317 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1999 BMW 740. (283 HP @ 7750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 740 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1992 Porsche 965.
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, 1992 Porsche 965 (459 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 740. (419 Nm). This means 1992 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 740 | 1992 Porsche 965 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 740 | 965 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2270 mm |
