2005 BMW 325 vs. 1973 Porsche 914
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1973 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1973 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1973 Porsche 914. 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, 2005 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Porsche 914. (137 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1973 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 325 | 914 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |
