1996 Porsche 911 vs. 2011 BMW 730
To start off, 2011 BMW 730 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 911 (430 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2011 BMW 730. (244 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 730.
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. Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 540 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 2011 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 1996 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1996 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Porsche 911 | 2011 BMW 730 | |
| Make | Porsche | BMW |
| Model | 911 | 730 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Top Speed | 296 km/hour | 246 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5212 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3210 mm |
