2001 BMW 735 vs. 1974 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 BMW 735 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,429 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 735 (268 HP) has 117 more horse power than 1974 Porsche 911. (151 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 1974 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 735 weights approximately 900 kg more than 1974 Porsche 911. 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, 2001 BMW 735 (350 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Porsche 911. (240 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Porsche 911. 2001 BMW 735 has automatic transmission and 1974 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1974 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 BMW 735 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 735 | 1974 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 735 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3429 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 151 HP |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 80 L |
