1993 Porsche 911 vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,162 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2011 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 325 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1993 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, 1993 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 325. (271 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Porsche 911 | 2011 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Porsche | BMW |
| Model | 911 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3162 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1430 mm |
