2007 BMW 328 vs. 1988 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 911 (246 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2007 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 328.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Porsche 911 (310 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 1988 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 328 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 246 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 77 L |
