2008 BMW 330 vs. 1993 Porsche 965
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 965. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 965 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 965 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 965 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2008 BMW 330. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 64 kg more than 1993 Porsche 965.
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, 1993 Porsche 965 (530 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 330. (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 330. 2008 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 1993 Porsche 965 has manual transmission. 1993 Porsche 965 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 1993 Porsche 965 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 330 | 965 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2270 mm |
