2008 BMW 523 vs. 1994 Porsche 928
To start off, 2008 BMW 523 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2008 BMW 523. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Porsche 928 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2008 BMW 523. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Porsche 928 (409 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 523 | 1994 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 523 | 928 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 409 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
