1992 BMW 525 vs. 2013 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayman is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 525 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayman (325 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1992 BMW 525. (141 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 525 weights approximately 265 kg more than 2013 Porsche Cayman.
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, 2013 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 525. (260 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 525 | 2013 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 525 | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4347 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1285 mm |
