1980 Porsche 911 vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1980 Porsche 911. (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1980 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 325 weights approximately 518 kg more than 1980 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, 1980 Porsche 911 (256 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 325. 2011 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 1980 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1980 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Porsche 911 | 2011 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Porsche | BMW |
| Model | 911 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 63 L |
