2007 BMW 325 vs. 1984 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Porsche 911 (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2007 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1984 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1984 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 325 | 1984 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 325 | 911 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 74.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |