1972 Porsche 911 vs. 2006 BMW 525
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 911. (210 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 525 weights approximately 624 kg more than 1972 Porsche 911. 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, 1972 Porsche 911 (255 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 525. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1972 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 525. 2006 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 1972 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1972 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Porsche 911 | 2006 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Porsche | BMW |
| Model | 911 | 525 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2687 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |
