2007 BMW X5 vs. 1992 Porsche 964
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 964. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 964 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 964 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 964 (261 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2007 BMW X5. (202 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 964 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 894 kg more than 1992 Porsche 964.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 X5 (480 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Porsche 964. (318 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Porsche 964.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X5 | 1992 Porsche 964 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | X5 | 964 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2099 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 73 L |
