2003 BMW 325 vs. 1992 Porsche 928
To start off, 2003 BMW 325 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2003 BMW 325. (192 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Porsche 928 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2003 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 325 | 1992 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 325 | 928 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |
