2001 BMW M vs. 1976 Porsche 912
To start off, 2001 BMW M is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Porsche 912 would be higher. At 3,169 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1976 Porsche 912. (86 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M should accelerate faster than 1976 Porsche 912. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW M weights approximately 289 kg more than 1976 Porsche 912. 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 M (345 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Porsche 912. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Porsche 912.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW M | 1976 Porsche 912 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | M | 912 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1976 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3169 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1086 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2280 mm |