2008 BMW 550 vs. 1992 Porsche 928
To start off, 2008 BMW 550 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,799 cc, 2008 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1992 Porsche 928. (306 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1992 Porsche 928. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 550 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1992 Porsche 928. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Porsche 928. (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Porsche 928.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 550 | 1992 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 550 | 928 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4664 cc |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
