2007 BMW 750 vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 750 would be higher. At 4,797 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (530 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2007 BMW 750. (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 750 weights approximately 175 kg more than 2012 Porsche 911.
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, 2012 Porsche 911 (699 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 750. (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 750.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 750 | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 750 | 911 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4797 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 530 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4478 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 67 L |