2007 BMW 523 vs. 1992 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 BMW 523 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2007 BMW 523. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 523 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1992 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 523 | 1992 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 523 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1260 mm |
