1996 BMW 725 vs. 1988 Porsche 911
To start off, 1996 BMW 725 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 911 (246 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1996 BMW 725. (141 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 725. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 725 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1988 Porsche 911.
Because 1988 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 BMW 725. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 911 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, 1988 Porsche 911 (310 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 725. (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 725.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 725 | 1988 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 725 | 911 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1988 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 3598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 246 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 76.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2270 mm |