2009 BMW 750 vs. 1993 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 BMW 750 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 750 (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1993 Porsche 911. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1993 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 750 weights approximately 775 kg more than 1993 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, 2009 BMW 750 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 750 | 1993 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 750 | 911 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3162 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 363 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1260 mm |