1982 Porsche 944 vs. 2011 BMW 128
To start off, 2011 BMW 128 is newer by 29 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), 2011 BMW 128 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 128 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1982 Porsche 944. (163 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 128 should accelerate faster than 1982 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 128 weights approximately 425 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, 2011 BMW 128 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Porsche 944. (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 128 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Porsche 944. 1982 Porsche 944 has automatic transmission and 2011 BMW 128 has manual transmission. 2011 BMW 128 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 | 2011 BMW 128 | |
| Make | Porsche | BMW |
| Model | 944 | 128 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
| 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 | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4361 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 53 L |
