1996 BMW 525 vs. 1986 Porsche 928
To start off, 1996 BMW 525 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1996 BMW 525. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Porsche 928 weights approximately 26 kg more than 1996 BMW 525. 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, 1986 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 525. (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1986 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 525 | 1986 Porsche 928 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 525 | 928 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1986 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 76 L |