2009 BMW 125 vs. 1994 Porsche 965
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 15 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 2009 BMW 125. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Porsche 965 weights approximately 144 kg more than 2009 BMW 125. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 125. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 125 | 1994 Porsche 965 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 125 | 965 |
Year Released | 2009 | 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 | 250 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2270 mm |