2009 BMW 550 vs. 1986 Porsche 944
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1986 Porsche 944. (188 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1986 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 550 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1986 Porsche 944. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Porsche 944. (230 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 550 | 1986 Porsche 944 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 550 | 944 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2479 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.9:1 |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |