1991 Porsche 965 vs. 2012 BMW X6
To start off, 2012 BMW X6 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Porsche 965. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Porsche 965 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 965 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 965 (317 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2012 BMW X6. (244 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X6 weights approximately 685 kg more than 1991 Porsche 965.
Because 2012 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Porsche 965. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 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 X6 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Porsche 965. (459 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Porsche 965. 2012 BMW X6 has automatic transmission and 1991 Porsche 965 has manual transmission. 1991 Porsche 965 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Porsche 965 | 2012 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Porsche | BMW |
| Model | 965 | X6 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 459 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 2150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1983 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2933 mm |
