2001 BMW 735 vs. 1982 Porsche 930
To start off, 2001 BMW 735 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Porsche 930 (296 HP) has 28 more horse power than 2001 BMW 735. (268 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 735. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 735 weights approximately 635 kg more than 1982 Porsche 930.
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, 1982 Porsche 930 (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 735. (360 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1982 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 735. 2001 BMW 735 has automatic transmission and 1982 Porsche 930 has manual transmission. 1982 Porsche 930 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 | 1982 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 735 | 930 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 296 HP |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.2 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2510 mm |
