2000 BMW 528 vs. 1973 Porsche 911
To start off, 2000 BMW 528 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 528 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1973 Porsche 911. (208 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1973 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 528 weights approximately 720 kg more than 1973 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 BMW 528 (279 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Porsche 911. (260 Nm). This means 2000 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 528 | 1973 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 528 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2280 mm |
