2006 BMW 330 vs. 1980 Porsche 924
To start off, 2006 BMW 330 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Porsche 924 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 55 more horse power than 1980 Porsche 924. (174 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1980 Porsche 924. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 506 kg more than 1980 Porsche 924. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Porsche 924. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 will offer significantly more control. 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Porsche 924. (250 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Porsche 924.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 330 | 1980 Porsche 924 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 330 | 924 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1179 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |
