2009 BMW M6 vs. 1988 Porsche 944

To start off, 2009 BMW M6 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 944 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 338 more horse power than 1988 Porsche 944. (162 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1988 Porsche 944.

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 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Porsche 944. (225 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Porsche 944. 1988 Porsche 944 has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW M6 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW M6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Porsche 944 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW M6 1988 Porsche 944
Make BMW Porsche
Model M6 944
Year Released 2009 1988
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4999 cc 2680 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 500 HP 162 HP
Engine RPM 7750 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 519 Nm 225 Nm
Torque RPM 6100 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 12.0:1 10.9:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 4200 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1280 mm
Wheelbase Size 2790 mm 2390 mm


 

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