2008 BMW X5 vs. 1995 Porsche 968
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 13 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 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 780 kg more than 1995 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, 1995 Porsche 968 (500 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X5. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 1995 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | X5 | 968 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 302 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 92 L |
