2007 BMW 325 vs. 1972 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 911. (165 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 343 kg more than 1972 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 911. (206 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 325 | 1972 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 325 | 911 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 70.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Top Speed | 247 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1077 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |