1988 BMW M5 vs. 1992 Porsche 965
To start off, 1992 Porsche 965 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW M5 would be higher. At 3,533 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 965 (317 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1988 BMW M5. (311 HP @ 6900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW M5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW M5 weights approximately 268 kg more than 1992 Porsche 965.
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, 1992 Porsche 965 (459 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW M5. (360 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW M5.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW M5 | 1992 Porsche 965 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | M5 | 965 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3533 cc | 3297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1733 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2270 mm |