1994 Porsche 928 vs. 2007 BMW 525
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2007 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 525 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1994 Porsche 928.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Porsche 928 (409 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 525. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Porsche 928 | 2007 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Porsche | BMW |
| Model | 928 | 525 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 409 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
