1998 BMW 325 vs. 1976 Porsche 912
To start off, 1998 BMW 325 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Porsche 912 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 325 (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1976 Porsche 912. (86 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1976 Porsche 912. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 325 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1976 Porsche 912. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Porsche 912. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Porsche 912.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 325 | 1976 Porsche 912 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 325 | 912 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1976 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2220 mm |