2000 BMW X5 vs. 1992 Porsche 968
To start off, 2000 BMW X5 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 968 (241 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2000 BMW X5. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW X5 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1992 Porsche 968.
Because 2000 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Porsche 968. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 BMW X5 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, 1992 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW X5. (281 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW X5 | 1992 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | X5 | 968 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 104 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 74 L |
