2008 BMW X5 vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (350 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1998 Porsche 911. (296 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1998 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 134 kg more than 1998 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, 2008 BMW X5 (475 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Porsche 911. (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW X5 | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | X5 | 911 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 63 L |