2007 BMW X5 vs. 1994 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (316 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1994 Porsche 911. (247 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1994 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 841 kg more than 1994 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (440 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Porsche 911. (316 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Porsche 911. 2007 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1994 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1994 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X5 | 1994 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | X5 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2191 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1260 mm |
