2009 BMW 135 vs. 1983 Porsche 930
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1983 Porsche 930. (296 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1983 Porsche 930. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 135 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1983 Porsche 930. 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, 1983 Porsche 930 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 135. (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 1983 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 135. 2009 BMW 135 has automatic transmission and 1983 Porsche 930 has manual transmission. 1983 Porsche 930 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 135 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 135 | 1983 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 135 | 930 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |
