2006 BMW 325 vs. 1994 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 911 (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2006 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 325 weights approximately 485 kg more than 1994 Porsche 911.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 1994 Porsche 911 (316 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 325. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 1994 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 325 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 3598 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1260 mm |
