2007 BMW M6 vs. 1995 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 BMW M6 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 911 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 200 more horse power than 1995 Porsche 911. (300 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1995 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M6 weights approximately 661 kg more than 1995 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 M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Porsche 911. (355 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW M6 | 1995 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | M6 | 911 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 3746 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 102.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 76.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1279 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 92 L |