2003 Porsche 996 vs. 2011 BMW 740
To start off, 2011 BMW 740 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Porsche 996 would be higher. At 3,594 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2011 BMW 740. (315 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 740 weights approximately 605 kg more than 2003 Porsche 996.
Because 2003 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 740. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 996 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, 2011 BMW 740 (447 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Porsche 996. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Porsche 996. 2011 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 2003 Porsche 996 has manual transmission. 2003 Porsche 996 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Porsche 996 | 2011 BMW 740 | |
Make | Porsche | BMW |
Model | 996 | 740 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3594 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5215 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3211 mm |