2007 BMW 525 vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 2007 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 525 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Porsche 911 (665 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 525 | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 525 | 911 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 665 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2280 mm |