1992 Porsche 965 vs. 2011 BMW 525
To start off, 2011 BMW 525 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 965. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 965 would be higher. At 3,297 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 965 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 965 (317 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2011 BMW 525. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 525 weights approximately 255 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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 525. (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 525. 2011 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 1992 Porsche 965 has manual transmission. 1992 Porsche 965 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Porsche 965 | 2011 BMW 525 | |
Make | Porsche | BMW |
Model | 965 | 525 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3297 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 459 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2968 mm |