1983 BMW 725 vs. 1995 Porsche 965
To start off, 1995 Porsche 965 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW 725. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW 725 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 965 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 965 (356 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1983 BMW 725. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 725.
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, 1995 Porsche 965 (530 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 725. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 725.
Compare all specifications:
1983 BMW 725 | 1995 Porsche 965 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 725 | 965 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 356 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2270 mm |