2007 BMW X5 vs. 1992 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,798 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1992 Porsche 911. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1992 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1992 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 X5 (480 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X5 | 1992 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | X5 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4798 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1260 mm |
