1987 Porsche 928 vs. 2013 BMW X3
To start off, 2013 BMW X3 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2013 BMW X3. (296 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X3 weights approximately 385 kg more than 1987 Porsche 928.
Because 2013 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Porsche 928. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X3 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, 1987 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW X3. (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1987 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Porsche 928 | 2013 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Porsche | BMW |
| Model | 928 | X3 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4663 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2098 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 67 L |
