2004 BMW 645 vs. 1993 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 BMW 645 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 645 (322 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1993 Porsche 911. (272 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 1993 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 645 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1993 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, 2004 BMW 645 (447 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Porsche 911. (330 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 645 | 1993 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 645 | 911 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4392 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 272 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 330 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 73 L |