1977 BMW 528 vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 528. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 528 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 1977 BMW 528. (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1977 BMW 528. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche 911 weights approximately 229 kg more than 1977 BMW 528. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 BMW 528. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 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, 2010 Porsche 911 (650 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 BMW 528. (234 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 528 | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 528 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |
