1996 BMW 528 vs. 1991 Porsche 968
To start off, 1996 BMW 528 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1996 BMW 528. (201 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 528. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 528 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1991 Porsche 968.
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, 1991 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 528. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 528 | 1991 Porsche 968 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 528 | 968 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 2990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
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 | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 74 L |