2006 BMW 760 vs. 1999 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 BMW 760 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 760 (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1999 Porsche 911. (414 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1999 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 760 weights approximately 640 kg more than 1999 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 760. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 911 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 760 (600 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Porsche 911. (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 760 | 1999 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 760 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 439 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.6 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 64 L |
