2008 BMW 550 vs. 1995 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 BMW 550 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1995 Porsche 911. (300 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1995 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 550 weights approximately 451 kg more than 1995 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 BMW 550 (489 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Porsche 911. (355 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 550 | 1995 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 550 | 911 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 3746 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 489 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1279 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 92 L |