1996 BMW 725 vs. 1967 Porsche 906
To start off, 1996 BMW 725 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Porsche 906. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Porsche 906 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 725 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Porsche 906 (217 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1996 BMW 725. (141 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Porsche 906 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 725. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 725 weights approximately 1167 kg more than 1967 Porsche 906.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 725 | 1967 Porsche 906 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 725 | 906 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 618 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2310 mm |
