2003 BMW 545 vs. 1983 Porsche 959
To start off, 2003 BMW 545 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Porsche 959. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Porsche 959 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Porsche 959 (444 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2003 BMW 545. (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Porsche 959 should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 545. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 545 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1983 Porsche 959.
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, 1983 Porsche 959 (510 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 545. (451 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1983 Porsche 959 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 545. 2003 BMW 545 has automatic transmission and 1983 Porsche 959 has manual transmission. 1983 Porsche 959 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 BMW 545 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 545 | 1983 Porsche 959 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 545 | 959 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1983 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2849 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2280 mm |