2005 BMW 740 vs. 1993 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 BMW 740 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,901 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 740 (255 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1993 Porsche 911. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1993 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 740 weights approximately 915 kg more than 1993 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 BMW 740 (600 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 740 | 1993 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 740 | 911 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3901 cc | 3162 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1260 mm |