2007 BMW 325 vs. 1993 Porsche 965
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 965. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 965 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 965 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 965 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2007 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 19 kg more than 1993 Porsche 965.
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, 1993 Porsche 965 (530 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 325 | 1993 Porsche 965 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 325 | 965 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 76.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2270 mm |