2008 BMW X3 vs. 1976 Porsche 930
To start off, 2008 BMW X3 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Porsche 930 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2008 BMW X3. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X3 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1976 Porsche 930.
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, 1976 Porsche 930 (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X3. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW X3 | 1976 Porsche 930 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | X3 | 930 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 70.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 6.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2510 mm |