2007 BMW 760 vs. 1985 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 BMW 760 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,971 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 760 (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1985 Porsche 911. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1985 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 760 weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1985 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2007 BMW 760 (600 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Porsche 911. 2007 BMW 760 has automatic transmission and 1985 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1985 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 760 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 760 | 1985 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 760 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5971 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 439 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 80 L |
