1983 BMW 525 vs. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW 525 would be higher. At 5,736 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (605 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 482 more horse power than 1983 BMW 525. (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 BMW 525 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2004 Porsche Carrera GT.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (591 Nm) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 525. (240 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW 525 | 2004 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 525 | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2691 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 605 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 591 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 76 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 92 L |
