2004 BMW 525 vs. 1996 Porsche 993
To start off, 2004 BMW 525 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 993 (296 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2004 BMW 525. (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 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 240 kg more than 1996 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 (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Porsche 993. (355 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Porsche 993.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 525 | 1996 Porsche 993 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 525 | 993 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3746 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2280 mm |