2009 BMW 550 vs. 1991 Porsche 968
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 4,799 cc, 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1991 Porsche 968. (240 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1991 Porsche 968.
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 (491 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Porsche 968. (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Porsche 968.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 550 | 1991 Porsche 968 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 550 | 968 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2989 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 491 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 104 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 92 L |