1995 BMW 317 vs. 1987 Porsche 928
To start off, 1995 BMW 317 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1995 BMW 317. (90 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 317. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Porsche 928 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1995 BMW 317. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1987 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 317. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 317.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 317 | 1987 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 317 | 928 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1665 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 76 L |
