2009 BMW 650 vs. 1987 Porsche 928
To start off, 2009 BMW 650 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1987 Porsche 928. (306 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1987 Porsche 928. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Porsche 928 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2009 BMW 650.
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, 2009 BMW 650 (491 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Porsche 928. (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Porsche 928.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 650 | 1987 Porsche 928 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 650 | 928 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 491 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 78.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |