1995 BMW CLS vs. 1995 Porsche 968

To start off, both 1995 BMW CLS and 1995 Porsche 968 were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW CLS (350 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1995 Porsche 968. (240 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW CLS should accelerate faster than 1995 Porsche 968.

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, 1995 Porsche 968 (305 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW CLS. (260 Nm). This means 1995 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW CLS.

Compare all specifications:

1995 BMW CLS 1995 Porsche 968
Make BMW Porsche
Model CLS 968
Year Released 1995 1995
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3001 cc 2990 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 350 HP 240 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 260 Nm 305 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Width 1360 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1280 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2510 mm


 

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