1998 BMW 325 vs. 1987 Porsche 959
To start off, 1998 BMW 325 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 959. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 959 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Porsche 959 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 959 (450 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 336 more horse power than 1998 BMW 325. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 959 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Porsche 959 weights approximately 16 kg more than 1998 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Porsche 959 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 959 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, 1987 Porsche 959 (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 325. (220 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1987 Porsche 959 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 325 | 1987 Porsche 959 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 325 | 959 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 95.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2270 mm |
