1996 BMW 528 vs. 2000 Porsche 911
To start off, 2000 Porsche 911 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 528. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 528 would be higher. At 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche 911 (328 HP) has 127 more horse power than 1996 BMW 528. (201 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 528.
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, 2000 Porsche 911 (351 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 528. (280 Nm). This means 2000 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 528 | 2000 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 528 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 3387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 328 HP |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 286 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2370 mm |
