2007 BMW M vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 BMW M is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 BMW M. (330 HP @ 7900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW M.
Because 2006 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW M. (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW M.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW M | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | M | 911 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 11.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 67 L |