2007 BMW Convertible vs. 1969 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 BMW Convertible is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,797 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Convertible (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1969 Porsche 911. (125 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Convertible should accelerate faster than 1969 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Convertible weights approximately 830 kg more than 1969 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Convertible (490 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Porsche 911. (176 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Porsche 911. 2007 BMW Convertible has automatic transmission and 1969 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1969 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW Convertible will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Convertible | 1969 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | Convertible | 911 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4797 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
