1987 Porsche 924 vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 924 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 325 (194 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1987 Porsche 924. (161 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1987 Porsche 924.
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 BMW 325 (400 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Porsche 924. (210 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Porsche 924.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Porsche 924 | 2011 BMW 325 | |
Make | Porsche | BMW |
Model | 924 | 325 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2479 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 228 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 61 L |