1998 BMW 323 vs. 1986 Porsche 928
To start off, 1998 BMW 323 is newer by 12 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 136 more horse power than 1998 BMW 323. (170 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 323 weights approximately 11 kg more than 1986 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, 1986 Porsche 928 (408 Nm) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 323. (246 Nm). This means 1986 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 323 | 1986 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 323 | 928 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
