2006 BMW 530 vs. 1988 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1988 Porsche 911. (246 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1988 Porsche 911.
Because 1988 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 911 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, 1988 Porsche 911 (310 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 530. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 530 | 1988 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 530 | 911 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 246 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 77 L |