2005 BMW 760 vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 760 would be higher. At 6,128 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (493 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2005 BMW 760. (438 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 760. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 760 weights approximately 565 kg more than 2013 Porsche 911.
Because 2005 BMW 760 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 BMW 760. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (649 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 760. (602 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 760.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 760 | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 760 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6128 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 438 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 602 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.8 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 312 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.6 seconds | 3.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 20.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
