1996 BMW 735 vs. 1985 Porsche 928
To start off, 1996 BMW 735 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 928 (310 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1996 BMW 735. (232 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 735. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 735 weights approximately 266 kg more than 1985 Porsche 928.
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, 1985 Porsche 928 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 735. (321 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1985 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 735.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 735 | 1985 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 735 | 928 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 86 L |
