2005 BMW 645 vs. 1994 Porsche 968
To start off, 2005 BMW 645 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 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 645 (326 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1994 Porsche 968. (240 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 1994 Porsche 968. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 645 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1994 Porsche 968. 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 645 (447 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Porsche 968. (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Porsche 968.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 645 | 1994 Porsche 968 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 645 | 968 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4392 cc | 2990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 326 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 92 L |