2006 BMW 760 vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 BMW 760 is newer by 1 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 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 123 more horse power than 2005 Porsche 911. (316 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2005 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 760 weights approximately 605 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 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, 2005 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 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 760 | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 760 | 911 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5972 cc | 3595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 439 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 64 L |