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 (408 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 48 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 415 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, 2007 BMW 750 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche 911. (420 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche 911. 2007 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 2012 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2012 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 750 | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 750 | 911 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
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 | 408 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4460 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 | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 67 L |