2005 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 BMW 750
To start off, 2012 BMW 750 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2012 BMW 750. (400 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 750 weights approximately 760 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911.
Because 2012 BMW 750 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 750 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, 2012 BMW 750 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche 911. (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche 911 | 2012 BMW 750 | |
| Make | Porsche | BMW |
| Model | 911 | 750 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2140 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 82 L |
