1966 Porsche 911 vs. 2006 BMW 523
To start off, 2006 BMW 523 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 523 (175 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1966 Porsche 911. (160 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 1966 Porsche 911.
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, 2006 BMW 523 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Porsche 911. (179 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 523 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Porsche 911. 2006 BMW 523 has automatic transmission and 1966 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1966 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 523 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Porsche 911 | 2006 BMW 523 | |
| Make | Porsche | BMW |
| Model | 911 | 523 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
