2006 BMW 750 vs. 1970 Porsche 914
To start off, 2006 BMW 750 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 750 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1970 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1970 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 750 weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1970 Porsche 914. 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, 2006 BMW 750 (491 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Porsche 914. (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Porsche 914. 2006 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 1970 Porsche 914 has manual transmission. 1970 Porsche 914 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 750 | 1970 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 750 | 914 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1677 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 61 L |
