1995 BMW 528 vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 18 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1995 BMW 528. (193 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 528. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 528 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2013 Porsche 911.
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, 2013 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 528. (279 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
1995 BMW 528 | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 528 | 911 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4491 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1978 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1303 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2450 mm |