2007 BMW X5 vs. 1996 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 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 40 more horse power than 1996 Porsche 911. (276 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1996 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 1044 kg more than 1996 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Porsche 911 (650 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X5. (440 Nm). This means 1996 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X5 | 1996 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | X5 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2196 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2280 mm |
