1982 BMW 325 vs. 1994 Porsche 968
To start off, 1994 Porsche 968 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1982 BMW 325. (120 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1982 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Porsche 968 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1982 BMW 325. 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, 1994 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 BMW 325. (230 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 BMW 325 | 1994 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 325 | 968 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2693 cc | 2989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 189 km/hour | 255 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 74 L |
