2009 BMW M6 vs. 1977 Porsche 930
To start off, 2009 BMW M6 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1977 Porsche 930. (256 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1977 Porsche 930. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M6 weights approximately 134 kg more than 1977 Porsche 930. 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 M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Porsche 930. (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Porsche 930.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M6 | 1977 Porsche 930 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | M6 | 930 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1146 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2510 mm |