2007 BMW 325 vs. 1996 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2007 BMW 325. (216 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 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 348 kg more than 1996 Porsche 911.
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, 1996 Porsche 911 (650 Nm) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (250 Nm). This means 1996 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 | 1996 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 325 | 911 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 216 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 650 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2280 mm |