2008 BMW 525 vs. 1994 Porsche 965
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 965. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 965 would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 965 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 965 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2008 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 525 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1994 Porsche 965.
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 965 (530 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 525. (251 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 525. 2008 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 1994 Porsche 965 has manual transmission. 1994 Porsche 965 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 525 | 1994 Porsche 965 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 525 | 965 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 76.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2270 mm |