2009 BMW 535 vs. 1996 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 BMW 535 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1996 Porsche 911. (276 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1996 Porsche 911.
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, 1996 Porsche 911 (841 Nm) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 535. (407 Nm). This means 1996 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 535 | 1996 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 535 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 841 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2280 mm |
