2009 BMW 535 vs. 1996 Porsche 993
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 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1996 Porsche 993. (283 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1996 Porsche 993.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Porsche 993. (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Porsche 993.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 535 | 1996 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 535 | 993 |
| 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 |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2280 mm |
