2009 BMW 325 vs. 1978 Porsche 924
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Porsche 924 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1978 Porsche 924. (170 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1978 Porsche 924. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 325 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1978 Porsche 924. 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, both vehicles can yield 245 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 325 | 1978 Porsche 924 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 325 | 924 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |
