2002 BMW 330 vs. 1992 Porsche 968
To start off, 2002 BMW 330 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 968 (241 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2002 BMW 330. (193 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 330 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1992 Porsche 968.
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, 1992 Porsche 968 (305 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 330. (237 Nm). This means 1992 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 330 | 1992 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 330 | 968 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |
