2004 BMW 316 vs. 1995 Porsche 928
To start off, 2004 BMW 316 is newer by 9 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 5,395 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 928 (345 HP) has 232 more horse power than 2004 BMW 316. (113 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 928 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2004 BMW 316. 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 (500 Nm) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 316. (175 Nm). This means 1995 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 316 | 1995 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 316 | 928 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 5395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 345 HP |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2500 mm |
