2006 BMW 650 vs. 1977 Porsche 930
To start off, 2006 BMW 650 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1977 Porsche 930. (257 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1977 Porsche 930. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 650 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1977 Porsche 930. 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 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Porsche 930. (343 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Porsche 930.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 650 | 1977 Porsche 930 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 650 | 930 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 257 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 70.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 6.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2510 mm |