2008 BMW 530 vs. 1992 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 BMW 530 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1992 Porsche 911. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1992 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 530 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1992 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 530 | 1992 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 530 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1260 mm |
