2002 BMW 760 vs. 2002 Porsche 911
To start off, both 2002 BMW 760 and 2002 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 760 (438 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2002 Porsche 911. (276 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2002 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 760 weights approximately 749 kg more than 2002 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 BMW 760. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Porsche 911 (841 Nm) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 760. (601 Nm). This means 2002 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 760. 2002 BMW 760 has automatic transmission and 2002 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2002 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 BMW 760 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 BMW 760 | 2002 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 760 | 911 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5972 cc | 3589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 438 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 601 Nm | 841 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 100.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 76.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2154 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 64 L |