2007 BMW 525 vs. 1993 Porsche 993
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2007 BMW 525. (190 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 525 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1993 Porsche 993.
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 993 (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 525. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 525. 2007 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 1993 Porsche 993 has manual transmission. 1993 Porsche 993 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 525 | 1993 Porsche 993 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 525 | 993 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3600 cc |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 347 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2280 mm |