2007 BMW M6 vs. 1994 Porsche 993
To start off, 2007 BMW M6 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1994 Porsche 993. (282 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1994 Porsche 993. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M6 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1994 Porsche 993. 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 M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Porsche 993. (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Porsche 993.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW M6 | 1994 Porsche 993 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | M6 | 993 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 3599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 347 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2280 mm |