2007 BMW M6 vs. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2007 BMW M6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche Carrera GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche Carrera GT would be higher. At 5,731 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2007 BMW M6. (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW M6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M6 weights approximately 595 kg more than 2004 Porsche Carrera GT.
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, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (590 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW M6. (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW M6.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW M6 | 2004 Porsche Carrera GT | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | M6 | Carrera GT |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 5731 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 604 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 590 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 330 km/hour |
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 | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17 L/100km | 17.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 92 L |