2008 BMW 550 vs. 1992 Porsche 968
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 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 968 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 119 more horse power than 1992 Porsche 968. (241 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1992 Porsche 968. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 550 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1992 Porsche 968. 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 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Porsche 968. (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Porsche 968. 2008 BMW 550 has automatic transmission and 1992 Porsche 968 has manual transmission. 1992 Porsche 968 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 550 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 550 | 1992 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 550 | 968 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2990 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 104 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 92 L |
