1991 Porsche 928 vs. 2000 BMW 730
To start off, 2000 BMW 730 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2000 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 730 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1991 Porsche 928.
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, 1991 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 730. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 730. 2000 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 1991 Porsche 928 has manual transmission. 1991 Porsche 928 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Porsche 928 | 2000 BMW 730 | |
Make | Porsche | BMW |
Model | 928 | 730 |
Year Released | 1991 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4663 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 90 L |