1998 BMW Pickster vs. 1985 Porsche 928
To start off, 1998 BMW Pickster is newer by 13 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, 1998 BMW Pickster (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1985 Porsche 928. (310 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW Pickster should accelerate faster 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW Pickster. (345 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1985 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW Pickster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW Pickster | 1985 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | Pickster | 928 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1290 mm |
