1992 Porsche 928 vs. 2012 BMW 123
To start off, 2012 BMW 123 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2012 BMW 123. (202 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 123 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1992 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, 1992 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 123. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 123.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Porsche 928 | 2012 BMW 123 | |
Make | Porsche | BMW |
Model | 928 | 123 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
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 | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 51 L |