2009 BMW 335 vs. 1973 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1973 Porsche 911. (208 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1973 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 335 weights approximately 650 kg more than 1973 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Porsche 911. (260 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 335 | 1973 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 335 | 911 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2978 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2280 mm |