1999 BMW 740 vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 740 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (620 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 337 more horse power than 1999 BMW 740. (283 HP @ 7750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 740 weights approximately 550 kg more than 2011 Porsche 911.
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, 2011 Porsche 911 (699 Nm) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 740. (419 Nm). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 740 | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 740 | 911 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 620 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 699 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4468 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1285 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2350 mm |