2007 BMW 320 vs. 1965 Porsche 912
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Porsche 912 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 320 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1965 Porsche 912. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1965 Porsche 912. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 320 weights approximately 535 kg more than 1965 Porsche 912. 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, 2007 BMW 320 (331 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Porsche 912. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Porsche 912. 2007 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 1965 Porsche 912 has manual transmission. 1965 Porsche 912 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 320 | 1965 Porsche 912 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 320 | 912 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 74 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |
