2006 BMW 645 vs. 1985 Porsche 944
To start off, 2006 BMW 645 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 645 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1985 Porsche 944. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 1985 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 645 weights approximately 465 kg more than 1985 Porsche 944. 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 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Porsche 944. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 645 | 1985 Porsche 944 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 645 | 944 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2477 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |