2008 BMW 740 vs. 2001 Porsche 996
To start off, 2008 BMW 740 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche 996 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 996 (318 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 BMW 740. (303 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 740 weights approximately 600 kg more than 2001 Porsche 996.
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 740 (390 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Porsche 996. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Porsche 996. 2008 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 2001 Porsche 996 has manual transmission. 2001 Porsche 996 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 740 | 2001 Porsche 996 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 740 | 996 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4000 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 318 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2360 mm |