2007 BMW 530 vs. 1992 Porsche 968
To start off, 2007 BMW 530 is newer by 15 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1992 Porsche 968. (241 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1992 Porsche 968. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Porsche 968 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2007 BMW 530.
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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 530 | 1992 Porsche 968 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 530 | 968 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 241 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 92 L |