2008 BMW 328 vs. 1988 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 BMW 328 is newer by 20 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 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1988 Porsche 911. (229 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1988 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 328 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1988 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 328 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 328 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, 1988 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 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 2008 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 328 | 1988 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 328 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |
