1980 BMW 628 vs. 1990 Porsche 911
To start off, 1990 Porsche 911 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 BMW 628 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 911 (250 HP) has 69 more horse power than 1980 BMW 628. (181 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1980 BMW 628.
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, 1990 Porsche 911 (309 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 BMW 628. (240 Nm). This means 1990 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 BMW 628.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 BMW 628 | 1990 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 628 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2787 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 250 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2280 mm |
