1993 Porsche 911 vs. 2010 BMW X5
To start off, 2010 BMW X5 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X5 (304 HP @ 440 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1993 Porsche 911. (272 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1993 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X5 weights approximately 795 kg more than 1993 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 BMW X5 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Porsche 911. (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Porsche 911. 2010 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1993 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1993 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Porsche 911 | 2010 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Porsche | BMW |
| Model | 911 | X5 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 440 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 2185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 85 L |
