2008 BMW 325 vs. 1988 Porsche 944
To start off, 2008 BMW 325 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 2,494 cc, 2008 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 944 (214 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2008 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 325 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1988 Porsche 944.
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, 1988 Porsche 944 (351 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 325 | 1988 Porsche 944 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 325 | 944 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2479 cc |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 214 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 100.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2390 mm |