2001 BMW 325 vs. 1968 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 BMW 325 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1968 Porsche 911. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1968 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 325 weights approximately 385 kg more than 1968 Porsche 911. 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, 2001 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Porsche 911. (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW 325 | 1968 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 325 | 911 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 61 L |