2000 BMW X5 vs. 1975 Porsche 930
To start off, 2000 BMW X5 is newer by 25 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 66 more horse power than 2000 BMW X5. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW X5 weights approximately 830 kg more than 1975 Porsche 930.
Because 2000 BMW X5 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, 2000 BMW X5 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, 1975 Porsche 930 (351 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW X5. (281 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1975 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW X5 | 1975 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | X5 | 930 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 70.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
