1993 Porsche 965 vs. 2005 BMW 520
To start off, 2005 BMW 520 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 965. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 965 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 965 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 965 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2005 BMW 520. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 520 weights approximately 84 kg more than 1993 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, 1993 Porsche 965 (530 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 520. (211 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 520. 2005 BMW 520 has automatic transmission and 1993 Porsche 965 has manual transmission. 1993 Porsche 965 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 520 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Porsche 965 | 2005 BMW 520 | |
Make | Porsche | BMW |
Model | 965 | 520 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 211 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 72 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2950 mm |