2005 BMW 325 vs. 1996 Porsche 993
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 9 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 107 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1996 Porsche 993.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Porsche 993 (355 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (238 Nm). This means 1996 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1996 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 325 | 993 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 3746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2280 mm |
