2005 BMW 760 vs. 1993 Porsche 993
To start off, 2005 BMW 760 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 6,128 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 760 (438 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1993 Porsche 993. (282 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1993 Porsche 993. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 760 weights approximately 790 kg more than 1993 Porsche 993. 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 760 (602 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Porsche 993. (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Porsche 993. 2005 BMW 760 has automatic transmission and 1993 Porsche 993 has manual transmission. 1993 Porsche 993 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 760 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 760 | 1993 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 760 | 993 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6128 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 438 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 602 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2280 mm |
