1990 BMW M3 vs. 1989 Porsche 928
To start off, 1990 BMW M3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Porsche 928 (306 HP) has 72 more horse power than 1990 BMW M3. (234 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Porsche 928 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1990 BMW M3. 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, 1989 Porsche 928 (408 Nm) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW M3. (240 Nm). This means 1989 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW M3 | 1989 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | M3 | 928 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2467 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 234 HP | 306 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2510 mm |
