2003 BMW 325 vs. 1995 Porsche 965
To start off, 2003 BMW 325 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 965. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 965 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 965 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 965 (356 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2003 BMW 325. (192 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 325 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1995 Porsche 965.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Porsche 965 (530 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 325 | 1995 Porsche 965 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 325 | 965 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 356 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2270 mm |
