1986 BMW 325 vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW 325 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (435 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1986 BMW 325. (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1986 BMW 325. 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (429 Nm @ 6250 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW 325. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
1986 BMW 325 | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 325 | 911 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2493 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 435 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 429 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4465 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2355 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 67 L |