1999 BMW 750 vs. 1995 Porsche 911
To start off, 1999 BMW 750 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,370 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 750 (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1995 Porsche 911. (247 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1995 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 750 weights approximately 708 kg more than 1995 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 BMW 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 911 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, 1999 BMW 750 (490 Nm) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Porsche 911. (316 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 750 | 1995 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 750 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5370 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2058 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1260 mm |
