1983 BMW 525 vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 25 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (405 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1983 BMW 525. (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1983 BMW 525. 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 525. (241 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
1983 BMW 525 | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 525 | 911 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2693 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 405 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 76.4 mm |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 315 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 89 L |