1994 Porsche 968 vs. 2013 BMW X5
To start off, 2013 BMW X5 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X5 (261 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1994 Porsche 968. (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1994 Porsche 968. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X5 weights approximately 955 kg more than 1994 Porsche 968. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Porsche 968. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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 BMW X5 (576 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Porsche 968. (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Porsche 968.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Porsche 968 | 2013 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Porsche | BMW |
| Model | 968 | X5 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2989 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2197 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 85 L |
