2005 BMW 325 vs. 1992 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1992 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Porsche 911 (286 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (238 Nm). This means 1992 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1992 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 325 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1260 mm |
