2007 BMW X5 vs. 1995 Porsche 968
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 968 (302 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2007 BMW X5. (283 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 880 kg more than 1995 Porsche 968.
Because 2007 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Porsche 968. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Porsche 968 (500 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X5. (440 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X5 | 1995 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | X5 | 968 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 92 L |
