2007 BMW 328 vs. 1981 Porsche 930
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2007 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 328.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Porsche 930 (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1981 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 1981 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 328 | 930 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |
