2006 BMW 740 vs. 1992 Porsche 965
To start off, 2006 BMW 740 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 965. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 965 would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 965 (317 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 BMW 740. (302 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 740 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1992 Porsche 965.
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, 1992 Porsche 965 (459 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 740. (390 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 740 | 1992 Porsche 965 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 740 | 965 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 3297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2270 mm |