1999 BMW 529 vs. 1992 Porsche 911
To start off, 1999 BMW 529 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1999 BMW 529. (193 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 529. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 529 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1992 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 BMW 529 (410 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 529 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 529 | 1992 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 529 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1260 mm |
