1975 Porsche 930 vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Porsche 930 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2011 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 325 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1975 Porsche 930.
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, 1975 Porsche 930 (351 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 325. (271 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1975 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Porsche 930 | 2011 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Porsche | BMW |
| Model | 930 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2770 mm |
