2006 BMW 530 vs. 1992 Porsche 968
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1992 Porsche 968. (241 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1992 Porsche 968.
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, 1992 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 530. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 530 | 1992 Porsche 968 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 530 | 968 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 241 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 104 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 92 L |