1982 BMW 325 vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 31 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (523 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 403 more horse power than 1982 BMW 325. (120 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1982 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche 911 weights approximately 448 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 470 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 BMW 325. (230 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 BMW 325 | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 325 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2693 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 523 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8 : 1 |
| Top Speed | 189 km/hour | 315 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 3.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1588 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4477 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.4 L/100km | 12.7 L/100km |
