2005 BMW 525 vs. 1992 Porsche 965
To start off, 2005 BMW 525 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 965. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 965 would be higher. At 3,297 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 965 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 965 (317 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2005 BMW 525. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 525 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1992 Porsche 965.
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, 1992 Porsche 965 (459 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 525. (351 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 525 | 1992 Porsche 965 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 525 | 965 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 351 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2270 mm |