2008 BMW 645 vs. 1998 Porsche 993
To start off, 2008 BMW 645 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 645 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1998 Porsche 993. (283 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 1998 Porsche 993. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 645 weights approximately 395 kg more than 1998 Porsche 993. 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, 2008 BMW 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Porsche 993. (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Porsche 993.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 645 | 1998 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 645 | 993 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2280 mm |
