2006 BMW 745 vs. 1998 Porsche 993
To start off, 2006 BMW 745 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 4,423 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 993 (395 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2006 BMW 745. (325 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 745. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 745 weights approximately 615 kg more than 1998 Porsche 993.
Because 1998 Porsche 993 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 745. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 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, 2006 BMW 745 (700 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Porsche 993. (542 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Porsche 993. 2006 BMW 745 has automatic transmission and 1998 Porsche 993 has manual transmission. 1998 Porsche 993 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 745 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 745 | 1998 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 745 | 993 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4423 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2280 mm |
