1998 BMW 323 vs. 1992 Porsche 965
To start off, 1998 BMW 323 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 965. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 965 would be higher. At 3,297 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 965 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 965 (317 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1998 BMW 323. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 323 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1992 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, 1992 Porsche 965 (459 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 323. (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 323 | 1992 Porsche 965 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 323 | 965 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2270 mm |
