1993 Porsche 964 vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 964. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 964 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 964 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 964 (261 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2012 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 964 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 328 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1993 Porsche 964.
Because 1993 Porsche 964 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 328. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 964 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, 1993 Porsche 964 (318 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 964 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Porsche 964 | 2012 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Porsche | BMW |
| Model | 964 | 328 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1429 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 57 L |
