2000 BMW 525 vs. 1990 Porsche 911
To start off, 2000 BMW 525 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 911 (250 HP) has 80 more horse power than 2000 BMW 525. (170 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 525.
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, 2000 BMW 525 (331 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Porsche 911. (309 Nm). This means 2000 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 525 | 1990 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 525 | 911 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 250 HP |
Torque | 331 Nm | 309 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 100.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 76.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2280 mm |