2009 BMW 325 vs. 1989 Porsche 944
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Porsche 944 (217 HP) has 2 more horse power than 2009 BMW 325. (215 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Porsche 944 weights approximately 93 kg more than 2009 BMW 325. 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, 1989 Porsche 944 (330 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 325. (271 Nm). This means 1989 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 325 | 1989 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 325 | 944 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 260 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1413 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2390 mm |
