2009 BMW 525 vs. 1980 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1980 Porsche 911. (172 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1980 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 525 weights approximately 443 kg more than 1980 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 525 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1980 Porsche 911 (256 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1980 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 525 | 1980 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 525 | 911 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 70.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1122 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |