2006 BMW 330 vs. 1972 Porsche 914
To start off, 2006 BMW 330 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 330 (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 914. (108 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 895 kg more than 1972 Porsche 914. 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, 2006 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 914. (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 914. 2006 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 1972 Porsche 914 has manual transmission. 1972 Porsche 914 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 330 | 1972 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 330 | 914 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |
