1982 Porsche 944 vs. 2010 BMW 528
To start off, 2010 BMW 528 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 528 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1982 Porsche 944. (163 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1982 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 528 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1982 Porsche 944. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 BMW 528 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Porsche 944. (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Porsche 944. 1982 Porsche 944 has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW 528 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW 528 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Porsche 944 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Porsche 944 | 2010 BMW 528 | |
| Make | Porsche | BMW |
| Model | 944 | 528 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2479 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2888 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
