1976 BMW 3.3 vs. 1991 Porsche 944
To start off, 1991 Porsche 944 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 BMW 3.3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 BMW 3.3 would be higher. At 3,295 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 BMW 3.3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 944 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1976 BMW 3.3. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1976 BMW 3.3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 BMW 3.3 weights approximately 94 kg more than 1991 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, 1991 Porsche 944 (337 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 BMW 3.3. (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 BMW 3.3. 1976 BMW 3.3 has automatic transmission and 1991 Porsche 944 has manual transmission. 1991 Porsche 944 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 BMW 3.3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 BMW 3.3 | 1991 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 3.3 | 944 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3295 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 80 L |
