2009 BMW 335 vs. 1985 Porsche 944
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1985 Porsche 944. (221 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1985 Porsche 944.
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 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Porsche 944. (330 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1985 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 335 | 944 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
