2007 BMW X5 vs. 1990 Porsche 928
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 is newer by 17 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 78 more horse power than 2007 BMW X5. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1990 Porsche 928.
Because 2007 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, 2007 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, 1990 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X5. (301 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X5 | 1990 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | X5 | 928 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 76 L |
