2009 BMW 125 vs. 1995 Porsche 968
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 14 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. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 BMW 125. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 968 weights approximately 74 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, 1995 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 125. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 125 | 1995 Porsche 968 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 125 | 968 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 255 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 74 L |