2004 BMW M6 vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW M6 would be higher. At 4,998 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 500 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW M6 weights approximately 425 kg more than 2012 Porsche 911.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 BMW M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche 911. (459 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2004 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW M6 | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | M6 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4998 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4491 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2355 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |
