2005 BMW 325 vs. 1994 Porsche 968
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 2,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1994 Porsche 968.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Porsche 968 (305 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 1994 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1994 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 325 | 968 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 104 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 74 L |
