2006 BMW X5 vs. 1993 Porsche 964
To start off, 2006 BMW X5 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 964. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 964 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 964 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 964 (261 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2006 BMW X5. (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 964 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X5 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1993 Porsche 964.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 1993 Porsche 964 (318 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW X5. (290 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 964 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X5 | 1993 Porsche 964 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | X5 | 964 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2981 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 73 L |
