2004 BMW 535 vs. 1993 Porsche 968
To start off, 2004 BMW 535 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 535 (268 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1993 Porsche 968. (240 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1993 Porsche 968. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 535 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1993 Porsche 968. 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, 2004 BMW 535 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Porsche 968. (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Porsche 968. 2004 BMW 535 has automatic transmission and 1993 Porsche 968 has manual transmission. 1993 Porsche 968 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 535 | 1993 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 535 | 968 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 92 L |
