1985 BMW 324 vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 19 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 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (315 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1985 BMW 324. (85 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1985 BMW 324. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 165 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 2004 Porsche 911 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, 2004 Porsche 911 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (370 Nm) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 BMW 324. (152 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 BMW 324.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 BMW 324 | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 324 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
