2008 BMW 325 vs. 1994 Porsche 968
To start off, 2008 BMW 325 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 2,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2008 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 325 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1994 Porsche 968.
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, 1994 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 325 | 1994 Porsche 968 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 325 | 968 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 104 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 255 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 74 L |