2000 BMW 323 vs. 1990 Porsche 928
To start off, 2000 BMW 323 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,957 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 323 (326 HP) has 9 more horse power than 1990 Porsche 928. (317 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1990 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, 1990 Porsche 928 (430 Nm) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 323. (245 Nm). This means 1990 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 323 | 1990 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 323 | 928 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 317 HP |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2500 mm |
