1989 Porsche 911 vs. 2004 BMW 325
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 318 kg more than 1989 Porsche 911.
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, 1989 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325. 2004 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 1989 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1989 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Porsche 911 | 2004 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Porsche | BMW |
| Model | 911 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3164 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1548 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 63 L |
