1999 BMW 330 vs. 1994 Porsche 928
To start off, 1999 BMW 330 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1999 BMW 330. (183 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 330 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1994 Porsche 928.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Porsche 928 (409 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 330. (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 330 | 1994 Porsche 928 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 330 | 928 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 409 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 76 L |