1998 Porsche 911 vs. 2007 BMW 525
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 2007 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 525 weights approximately 385 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Porsche 911 (665 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 525. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Porsche 911 | 2007 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Porsche | BMW |
| Model | 911 | 525 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 665 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2840 mm |
