2009 BMW 330 vs. 1991 Porsche 965
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Porsche 965. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Porsche 965 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 965 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 965 (317 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2009 BMW 330. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 330 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1991 Porsche 965.
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 @ 1750 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Porsche 965. (459 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Porsche 965.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 330 | 1991 Porsche 965 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 330 | 965 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2991 cc | 3299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2270 mm |