1971 BMW 3 vs. 1995 Porsche 928
To start off, 1995 Porsche 928 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW 3 would be higher. At 5,395 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 928 (345 HP) has 145 more horse power than 1971 BMW 3. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 928 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1971 BMW 3. 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 928 (500 Nm) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW 3. (271 Nm). This means 1995 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW 3 | 1995 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 3 | 928 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 5395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 345 HP |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2500 mm |
