1985 BMW 324 vs. 1987 Porsche 959
To start off, 1987 Porsche 959 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 BMW 324. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 BMW 324 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Porsche 959 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 959 (450 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 1985 BMW 324. (85 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 959 should accelerate faster than 1985 BMW 324. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Porsche 959 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1985 BMW 324. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Porsche 959 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 BMW 324. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 959 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1987 Porsche 959 (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 BMW 324. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Porsche 959 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 BMW 324.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 BMW 324 | 1987 Porsche 959 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 324 | 959 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 95.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.5 seconds | 3.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2270 mm |
