1987 BMW 750 vs. 1999 Porsche 996
To start off, 1999 Porsche 996 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW 750 would be higher. At 4,986 cc (12 cylinders), 1987 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 296 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW 750 weights approximately 485 kg more than 1999 Porsche 996.
Because 1999 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 BMW 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 996 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, 1987 BMW 750 (451 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Porsche 996. (357 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1987 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Porsche 996. 1987 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 1999 Porsche 996 has manual transmission. 1999 Porsche 996 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW 750 | 1999 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 750 | 996 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4986 cc | 3387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2360 mm |
