2000 BMW 323 vs. 1995 Porsche 928
To start off, 2000 BMW 323 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2000 BMW 323. (168 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 928 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2000 BMW 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Porsche 928 (408 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 323. (245 Nm). This means 1995 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 | 1995 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 323 | 928 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |
