1995 BMW 318 vs. 1985 Porsche 928
To start off, 1995 BMW 318 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1995 BMW 318. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Porsche 928 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1995 BMW 318. 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, 1985 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1985 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 318 | 1985 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 318 | 928 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |
