2002 BMW 740 vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 740 would be higher. At 3,901 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (395 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2002 BMW 740. (254 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 740 weights approximately 551 kg more than 2013 Porsche 911.
Because 2002 BMW 740 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 BMW 740. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 BMW 740 (600 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche 911. (441 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 740 | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 740 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3901 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 301 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 4.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4491 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1978 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1292 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2450 mm |
