2001 BMW 745 vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, both 2001 BMW 745 and 2001 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 745 (325 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2001 Porsche 911. (300 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2001 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 745 weights approximately 580 kg more than 2001 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 BMW 745. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 BMW 745 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Porsche 911. (350 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Porsche 911. 2001 BMW 745 has automatic transmission and 2001 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2001 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 BMW 745 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 745 | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 745 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 64 L |
