2008 BMW 730 vs. 1987 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 BMW 730 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 911 (231 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 BMW 730. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 730 weights approximately 728 kg more than 1987 Porsche 911.
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 730 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Porsche 911. (283 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Porsche 911. 2008 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 1987 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1987 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 730 | 1987 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 730 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1172 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 85 L |
