1992 Porsche 928 vs. 2012 BMW 535
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 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 6 more horse power than 2012 BMW 535. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 535 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1992 Porsche 928.
Because 2012 BMW 535 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Porsche 928. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 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, 1992 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 535. (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Porsche 928 | 2012 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Porsche | BMW |
| Model | 928 | 535 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 84 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 | 2135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3071 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
