2009 BMW 535 vs. 1981 Porsche 930
To start off, 2009 BMW 535 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,297 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1981 Porsche 930. (296 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1981 Porsche 930.
Because 2009 BMW 535 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Porsche 930. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 535 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1981 Porsche 930 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 535. (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1981 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 535 | 1981 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 535 | 930 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2510 mm |
