2006 BMW 530 vs. 1985 Porsche 928

To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,662 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 928 (310 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 530.

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, 1985 Porsche 928 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 530. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1985 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 530.

Compare all specifications:

2006 BMW 530 1985 Porsche 928
Make BMW Porsche
Model 530 928
Year Released 2006 1985
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2999 cc 4662 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 255 HP 310 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 5900 RPM
Torque 298 Nm 400 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 97 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 78.9 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 17.0:1 10.4:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 4450 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1290 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2510 mm


 

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