2001 BMW 745 vs. 1985 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 BMW 745 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 745 (284 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1985 Porsche 911. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1985 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 745 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1985 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 745 (390 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Porsche 911. (286 Nm). This means 2001 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Porsche 911. 2001 BMW 745 has automatic transmission and 1985 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1985 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 BMW 745 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 745 | 1985 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 745 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 284 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2280 mm |
