1996 BMW 528 vs. 1975 Porsche 930
To start off, 1996 BMW 528 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Porsche 930 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1996 BMW 528. (201 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 528. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 528 weights approximately 555 kg more than 1975 Porsche 930.
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, 1975 Porsche 930 (351 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 528. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1975 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 528 | 1975 Porsche 930 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 528 | 930 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1975 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 70.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |