1999 Porsche 911 vs. 2011 BMW X6
To start off, 2011 BMW X6 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2011 BMW X6. (244 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW X6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X6 weights approximately 565 kg more than 1999 Porsche 911.
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 BMW X6 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Porsche 911. (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Porsche 911 | 2011 BMW X6 | |
Make | Porsche | BMW |
Model | 911 | X6 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 84 mm |
Top Speed | 298 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 2150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1983 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 85 L |