1982 BMW 628 vs. 1991 Porsche 911
To start off, 1991 Porsche 911 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 BMW 628 would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1982 BMW 628. (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1982 BMW 628. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 BMW 628 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1991 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 BMW 628. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 BMW 628.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 BMW 628 | 1991 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 628 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1260 mm |
