1995 BMW 528 vs. 2010 BMW 128
To start off, 2010 BMW 128 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 528. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 528 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 128 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 128 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1995 BMW 528. (193 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 128 should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 528. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 128 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1995 BMW 528. 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, 1995 BMW 528 (279 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 128. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1995 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 528 | 2010 BMW 128 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 528 | 128 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4361 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |
