2006 BMW 325 vs. 1976 Porsche 930
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 2,997 cc, 2006 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Porsche 930 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2006 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Porsche 930 (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 325. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1976 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 1976 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 325 | 930 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2994 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 70.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |
