2002 BMW 760 vs. 1989 Porsche 928
To start off, 2002 BMW 760 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 760 (438 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1989 Porsche 928. (306 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1989 Porsche 928. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 760 weights approximately 624 kg more than 1989 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, 2002 BMW 760 (601 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Porsche 928. (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Porsche 928.
Compare all specifications:
2002 BMW 760 | 1989 Porsche 928 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 760 | 928 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1989 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5972 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 438 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 601 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 78.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2154 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 76 L |