2007 BMW 523 vs. 1984 Porsche 944
To start off, 2007 BMW 523 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 523 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1984 Porsche 944. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 1984 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 523 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1984 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, 2007 BMW 523 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Porsche 944. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 523 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 523 | 1984 Porsche 944 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 523 | 944 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2479 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 78.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |