2009 BMW 535 vs. 1993 Porsche 993
To start off, 2009 BMW 535 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1993 Porsche 993. (282 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1993 Porsche 993.
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 535 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Porsche 993. (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Porsche 993.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 535 | 1993 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 535 | 993 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2280 mm |
