1977 BMW 528 vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 34 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1977 BMW 528. (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1977 BMW 528. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 114 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 2011 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, 2011 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 BMW 528. (234 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 528 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 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 | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1311 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |
