1974 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X5 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1974 Porsche 911. (173 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1974 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 1365 kg more than 1974 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 BMW X5 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Porsche 911. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Porsche 911 | 2012 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Porsche | BMW |
| Model | 911 | X5 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2687 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 2440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 85 L |
