2000 BMW 528 vs. 1988 Porsche 928
To start off, 2000 BMW 528 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 528 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1988 Porsche 928. (307 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1988 Porsche 928. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 528 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1988 Porsche 928. 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, 1988 Porsche 928 (408 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 528. (279 Nm). This means 1988 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 528 | 1988 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 528 | 928 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 307 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |
