1988 BMW 524 vs. 1965 Porsche 904
To start off, 1988 BMW 524 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Porsche 904. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Porsche 904 would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW 524 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Porsche 904 (177 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1988 BMW 524. (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Porsche 904 should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 524. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 524 weights approximately 656 kg more than 1965 Porsche 904.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 524 | 1965 Porsche 904 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 524 | 904 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 1966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 699 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2310 mm |
