2009 BMW 330 vs. 1972 Porsche 914
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 914. (108 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 330 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1972 Porsche 914. 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, 2009 BMW 330 (500 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 914. (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 1972 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 330 | 914 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |
