2006 BMW X5 vs. 1990 Porsche 928
To start off, 2006 BMW X5 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2006 BMW X5. (282 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X5 weights approximately 665 kg more than 1990 Porsche 928.
Because 2006 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Porsche 928. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 BMW X5 (441 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Porsche 928. (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Porsche 928.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X5 | 1990 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | X5 | 928 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2195 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 76 L |
