1974 BMW Touring vs. 1977 Porsche 928
To start off, 1977 Porsche 928 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW Touring would be higher. At 4,473 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Porsche 928 (237 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1974 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Porsche 928 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1974 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Porsche 928 (363 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1974 BMW Touring | 1977 Porsche 928 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | Touring | 928 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1572 cc | 4473 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 78.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |