1990 Porsche 928 vs. 2006 BMW 318
To start off, 2006 BMW 318 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2006 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Porsche 928 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2006 BMW 318. 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, 1990 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1990 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Porsche 928 | 2006 BMW 318 | |
Make | Porsche | BMW |
Model | 928 | 318 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4664 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 63 L |