2008 Porsche 911 vs. 2010 BMW M6
To start off, 2010 BMW M6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2008 Porsche 911. (405 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW M6 weights approximately 510 kg more than 2008 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW M6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 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, 2010 BMW M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Porsche 911 | 2010 BMW M6 | |
| Make | Porsche | BMW |
| Model | 911 | M6 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 405 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 519 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4872 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1377 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2781 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
