1993 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 BMW X6
To start off, 2012 BMW X6 is newer by 19 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 3,162 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X6 (304 HP @ 440 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1993 Porsche 911. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1993 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X6 weights approximately 1010 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 2012 BMW X6 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, 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 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Porsche 911 | 2012 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Porsche | BMW |
| Model | 911 | X6 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3162 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 440 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 2185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1983 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1690 mm |
