2004 BMW 525 vs. 1994 Porsche 993
To start off, 2004 BMW 525 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2004 BMW 525. (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 525 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1994 Porsche 993.
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, 2004 BMW 525 (390 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Porsche 993. (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Porsche 993.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 525 | 1994 Porsche 993 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 525 | 993 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 347 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2280 mm |